Bulgarian republic referendum, 1946

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A referendum on becoming a republic was held in Bulgaria on 8 September 1946.[1] The result was 95.6% in favour of the change, with voter turnout reported to be 91.7%.[2] Following the referendum, a republican constitution was introduced the following year.[3]

Results

Choice Votes %
Republic 3,833,183 95.6
Monarchy 175,231 4.4
Invalid/blank votes 124,507
Total 4,132,921 100
Source: Nohlen & Stöver

References

  1. ^ Nohlen, D & Stöver, P (2010) Elections in Europe: A data handbook, p368 ISBN 9873832956097
  2. ^ Nohlen & Stöver, p375
  3. ^ Nohlen & Stöver, p355