Legal Definitions - Right of representation

Definition: The right of representation refers to:

1. the distribution of an estate among the descendants of a deceased person, where each branch of the family receives an equal share, and
2. the right of a citizen to elect representatives to a legislative body who will act on their behalf.

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.