Reapportionment
(noun)
- The process of adjusting the distribution of political power and the allocation of representation, often following a census.
- The act of reassigning or redistributing something, especially political representation or financial resources.
Origin:
Mid 19th century: from re- + apportionment.
Examples:
- The reapportionment of congressional seats after the census caused significant changes in the political landscape.
- The reapportionment of the state's electoral districts was a long and contentious process.
- The reapportionment of funding for education led to an increase in resources for underprivileged schools.
- The reapportionment of resources was seen as a necessary step in addressing the needs of different regions.
- The reapportionment of power between the central government and local authorities was a key issue in the constitutional reform process.