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"The basic principle in relation to delimitation of electoral districts is that it should be done fairly and should not have the effect of prejudicing the representation of any party or minority grouping."
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OSCE (ODIHR): Guidelines to Assist National Minority Participation in the Electoral Process, p. 42
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  • Redistricting should not discriminate against any citizen on the basis of race, color, sex, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth, sexual orientation, or gender identity, disability, or other status.
  • Delimitation techniques designed to discount the votes of particular groups or geographic areas are prohibited.
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