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Understand the system
How is Malaysia governed? What's the difference between an MP and a state assemblyman? Get to know Parliament, government, and your rights as a citizen.
Learn Democracy 101
Independent & not aligned with any political party
Politics is our right. Let's understand it before we vote.
Tauhu Politik helps young Malaysians understand how democracy actually works — from Parliament and voting to the issues and the parties — in plain language.
21,173,638registered voters in GE15
50.3%voters aged 18–39
222Dewan Rakyat seats elected by the people
18minimum voting age (Undi18)
Start here
3 steps to becoming a politically literate citizen
You don't need to be an expert. Just understand the basics, know the issues you care about, and know who is standing for election.
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Know how to vote
Check your registration status, understand the electoral system, and know exactly what to do on polling day — step by step.
Voting guide💡
Know the issues & parties
From the cost of living to corruption — understand the issues that matter to you, and get to know the party landscape neutrally.
Explore national issues
Democracy 101
A short course: how is Malaysia governed?
Malaysia is a Parliamentary Democracy with a Constitutional Monarchy, operating as a federation. Understand the role of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, the Dewan Rakyat (222 seats) and the Dewan Negara (70 members), the separation of powers, and how a bill becomes law.
Open the full course222
Dewan Rakyat seats elected under the first-past-the-post system.
Undi18
Since 15 December 2021, the voting age was lowered to 18 with automatic registration.
How to Vote
Eligible to vote? Check and get ready
With Automatic Voter Registration, citizens aged 18 and above are registered automatically. Check your status on the MySPR Semak portal, find out your constituency, and follow the simple steps on polling day.
How to check & vote
National Issues
The issues that shape our daily lives
Politics isn't just parties and elections — it's the price of groceries, wages, education and the future. Get to know the key issues and the questions worth asking.
Parties & Coalitions
Get to know Malaysia's political landscape
Who is in government, who is in opposition? Since November 2022, Malaysia has been led by a Unity Government. We explain the major coalitions — PH, BN, PN, GPS, GRS — and their component parties briefly and neutrally, so you can judge for yourself.
Explore the party landscape5+
major political coalitions make up the Dewan Rakyat.
Take a guess — which party might suit you?
This quiz is only a basic introduction to policy positions and the political spectrum.
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Political season means misinformation everywhere
Before you share, check first. Fake news and incitement spread fastest when emotions run high. Learn how to spot information you can trust and protect yourself from hoaxes.
- Check the original source — who said it, and when?
- Look for confirmation from more than one independent source.
- Pause before forwarding — strong emotion is usually a warning sign.
Think first, share later.
Content that makes you instantly angry or afraid is often designed to provoke a reaction. Take a moment to verify.
Refer to official sources.
For electoral matters, refer to the Election Commission (SPR) at spr.gov.my and the MySPR Semak portal.
Be part of the movement
Learn, volunteer, mobilise your community
Ajar Demokrasi runs political literacy programmes, modules and workshops for young people across Malaysia. There are many ways to get involved.
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Programmes & Events
Join our workshops, camps and political schools.
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Volunteer
Become an organiser & spread literacy in your community.
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Partnership
Collaborate with schools, universities or organisations.
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Youth-friendly political education material.