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First-Time Voter: Relationship of political knowledge towards political participation readiness in Malaysia

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This study investigates the relationship between political knowledge and participation readiness among first-time voters in Malaysia by using a quantitative survey. A sample of 547 respondents was selected through simple random sampling across five geographic zones. The study found significant positive relationships between democracy information, election information, political party information, and political participation readiness. Higher awareness of democratic principles and election processes correlates with greater participation readiness. Additionally, understanding political parties is crucial for fostering active participation. Future research suggested examining socio-economic and educational influences on political participation readiness among first-time voters in Malaysia.

Source: Environment-Behaviour Proceedings Journal

DOI: 10.21834/e-bpj.v10isi30.6869

Authors: Siti Nurshahidah Sah Allam, Mohd Sufiean Hassan, Noor Afzaliza Nazira Ibrahim, Siti Nur Izyandiyana Ab Hadi

Institution: Universiti Teknologi MARA

Language: English

Topic: Electoral Systems and Political Participation

Subfield: Political Science and International Relations

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4410733265

FWCI: 4.02

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