Majority rule is a decision-making principle where the option that receives more than half of the votes is chosen. This method is commonly used in democratic systems, such as elections and legislative processes, to ensure that the preferences of the majority are reflected in the final decision. It promotes fairness by allowing the largest group to have their say. While majority rule is effective for making decisions, it can sometimes lead to the neglect of minority opinions. To address this, systems like plurality voting or proportional representation may be used, which aim to balance majority preferences with minority rights.