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The right of representation refers to a person's right to elect someone to represent them in a government body, like a legislature. It can also refer to the way an inheritance is divided among a deceased person's descendants. In some cases, it can also mean the right to have a lawyer represent you in court.
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For example, if a person dies and leaves behind three children, but one of them has also passed away, that child's share of the estate would be divided equally among their own children (the deceased person's grandchildren) through the right of representation. In a political context, the right of representation allows citizens to vote for candidates who will represent their interests in government.
The right of representation is an important aspect of both inheritance law and democratic governance, ensuring that each individual or group is given a fair and equal voice in decision-making processes.