Pakistani referendum, 2002
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A referendum on allowing Pervez Musharraf to continue as President for five years was held in Pakistan on 30 April 2002.[1] The proposal was approved by 97.97% of voters.[1] However, the referendum was boycotted by the opposition on the basis that it was unconstitutional.[2] Although turnout was reported to be 56.1%,[1] the opposition claimed it was between 5% and 7%.[3] The poll was criticised for being "marred by gross irregularities" by the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan.[4]
Results
| Choice | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| For | 42,804,000 | 97.97 |
| Against | 883,676 | 2.03 |
| Invalid/blank votes | 282,676 | – |
| Total | 43,970,352 | 100 |
| Registered voters/turnout | 78,300,000 | 56.10 |
| Source: Direct Democracy | ||
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Pakistan, 30. April 2002 : General Musharraf als Präsident für 5 Jahre Direct Democracy
- ↑ Opposition boycotts Pakistan referendum BBC News, 7 April 2002
- ↑ Pakistan referendum: The way to decide the country's future? BC News, 7 May 2002
- ↑ Musharraf wins huge backing BBC News, 1 May 2002
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