National Assembly of Benin facts for kids
The National Assembly is like the main law-making group in Benin, a country in West Africa. It's where elected representatives meet to discuss and create laws for the country. This assembly is unicameral, which means it has only one main group or "house" of lawmakers.
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What is the National Assembly?
The National Assembly is Benin's top law-making body. Think of it as the country's parliament or congress. Its main job is to create, change, and approve laws that affect everyone in Benin. They also keep an eye on how the government is doing its work.
How Many Members?
As of 2012, the National Assembly had 83 members. These members are chosen by the people of Benin in elections. They represent different parts of the country and different political ideas.
How Members Are Chosen
Members of the National Assembly are elected directly by the people. This happens through a system called party-list proportional representation. This means that people vote for a political party, not just one person. The number of seats a party gets in the Assembly depends on the total number of votes it receives. This system tries to make sure that the Assembly includes members from many different political groups, reflecting the different views of the people.
How Long Do They Serve?
Once elected, members of the National Assembly serve for five-year terms. This means they work as lawmakers for five years before the next election takes place.
See also
In Spanish: Asamblea Nacional de Benín para niños
