“Gerrymandering” refers to the deliberate manipulation of electoral district boundaries to favor a particular political party or group. This process can distort representation by creating districts that encompass populations likely to support one party while diluting the votes of the opposing party. Gerrymandering undermines the principle of fair representation, leading to uncompetitive elections and skewed political outcomes. Techniques include "packing" (concentrating opposing voters in a single district) and "cracking" (spreading them across multiple districts). The practice raises concerns about democratic integrity, often prompting legal battles and public outcry regarding electoral fairness.