Question

explain the terms majority and opposition​

Answer 1

In parliamentary procedure, the term "majority" simply means "more than half." As it relates to a vote, a majority vote is more than half of the votes cast. Abstentions or blanks are excluded in calculating a majority vote. ... In this context, a majority vote is more "yes" votes than "no" votes.

Opposition refers to elected representatives who are not members of the ruling party and who play the role of questioning government decisions and actions as well as raise new issues for consideration in the Assembly. The political party that has the majority is called the ruling party and all other members are called the opposition.

Answer 2

Answer:

Majority

• A number greater than half of a total (the greater number/the people).  
• In terms of civics: The greater part or number; the number larger than half the total (opposed to minority): the majority of the population. The party or faction with the majority vote: The Democratic Party is the majority.

Opposition

• The Opposition is the largest non-government party or coalition of parties in the Legislative Assembly. The Role of the Opposition. The Opposition's main role is to question the government of the day and hold them accountable.