What is propertinal representation and what is direct representation?

Proportional representation is an electoral system in which parties gain seats in the legislature in proportion to the number of votes they receive, allowing for a more diverse representation of political views. In contrast, direct representation typically refers to systems where representatives are elected from specific geographic districts, often resulting in a winner-takes-all approach where the candidate with the most votes in a district secures the seat. This can lead to a less proportionate reflection of the overall electorate's preferences compared to proportional representation.