Malagasy military rule referendum, 1972
A referendum on military rule was held in Madagascar on 8 October 1972. It followed General Gabriel Ramanantsoa taking power from elected President Philibert Tsiranana in May, and Ramanantsoa's proposals for a five-year transition period during which the National Assembly would be suspended. The plans were approved by 94.43% of voters, with a 84% voter turnout.[1]
Results
| Choice |
Votes |
% |
| For |
2,784,687 |
96.43 |
| Against |
103,215 |
3.57 |
| Invalid/blank votes |
18,567 |
- |
| Total |
2,906,469 |
100 |
| Source: EISA |
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