Algerian constitutional referendum, 1976
A constitutional referendum was held in Algeria on 19 November 1976.[1] The amendments restored the People's National Assembly (which had been suspended since the 1965 coup) and allowed for the direct election of the President, as well as creating a socialist state and confirming the National Liberation Front as the sole legal party.,[2] Approved by 99% of voters with a 92.9% turnout,[3] the revised constitution was promulgated on 22 November.[4]
Results
Choice |
Votes |
% |
For |
7,407,626 |
99.0 |
Against |
67,683 |
1.0 |
Invalid/blank votes |
25,007 |
- |
Total |
7,504,696 |
100 |
Source: Nohlen et al. |
References