The document discusses the history of presidential elections in Peru. It notes that the electoral system was created during the republic era as a representation of the nation. Some key events mentioned include San Martin convening the first independent elections, the establishment of direct universal suffrage in 1854, and Manuel Pardo becoming the first president to peacefully transfer power to another president in 1876, representing an early example of democracy in Peru. The document also lists group members who researched this topic.