"Gerrymandering" refers to the manipulation of electoral district boundaries to favor a particular political party or group. This tactic is employed to dilute or concentrate votes in specific areas, enhancing the chances of electoral success for the manipulating party. Gerrymandering undermines the principle of fair representation, often leading to uncompetitive districts and disenfranchisement of voters from minority parties, subsequently impacting overall political participation and trust in the democratic process.