Jakarta II (electoral district)

Jakarta II is an electoral district (Indonesian: Daerah Pemilihan, often abbreviated as Dapil) of Indonesia, used for elections to the House of Representatives (DPR). It encompasses the administrative region of Central Jakarta and South Jakarta.

Historically, the boundaries and composition of Jakarta II have been subject to change due to redistricting efforts aimed at maintaining population balance and fair representation across all electoral districts. The specific sub-districts and wards included within Jakarta II may vary from one election to another.

In legislative elections, Jakarta II is allocated a specific number of seats in the DPR, determined by the population size of the region. Political parties nominate candidates to compete for these seats, and voters residing within Central and South Jakarta cast their ballots to elect their representatives.

The representatives elected from Jakarta II serve in the DPR and are responsible for representing the interests and concerns of their constituents at the national level. They participate in legislative debates, draft and vote on laws, and oversee the government's activities.

Election results in Jakarta II are often closely watched as they can provide insights into the political preferences and trends of urban voters in Indonesia's capital city. The electoral district's demographics and socio-economic profile contribute to the unique political dynamics observed during elections.