👉 Underrepresentation is a phenomenon in which people or groups of people are not adequately represented in a given population, either because they lack access to resources or opportunities that would enable them to participate fully in society. This can occur for various reasons such as language barriers, geographic location, socioeconomic status, and other factors. Underrepresentation can have negative consequences, including reduced participation in the political process, lower educational attainment, and limited job opportunities.