Question

The procedure permitting voters to remove an official from office before the term expires is called a(n)________________.

Answer 1

The procedure permitting voters to remove an official from office before the term expires is called Recall election.

The reason could be serious corruption charges against the official, accidental death etc.

This can only happen when the majority of voters signed a petition in favor of the ousting decision.

Answer 2

Recall election is the procedure permitting voters to remove an official from office before the term expires.

If a group of voters feel that their elected representative is not delivering his or her duties properly, they have the right to remove him or her from office by giving a written complaint against the concerned person.