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This study explores how collective and individual memories of past national experiences influence patterns of political participation and voting behaviour. It examines the ways in which shared historical narratives, community recollections, and intergenerational perceptions shape citizens’ attitudes toward elections and governance. By focusing on how people remember and interpret previous social and political events, the research seeks to understand how these memories contribute to trust, loyalty, and decision-making during electoral processes. The study also considers the role of public discourse, education, and media in shaping these memories, and how such factors subtly guide citizens’ engagement with the ruling party and other political actors. Ultimately, the research aims to provide a nuanced understanding of how the past continues to inform present political choices, using MMR as a case study while maintaining a balanced and neutral analytical perspective
