Surinamese constitutional referendum, 1987
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A constitutional referendum was held in Suriname on 30 September 1987.[1] Voters were asked to approve the country's new constitution. It provided for a 51-seat unicameral National Assembly elected by proportional representation, a President elected by the National Assembly.[2] Over 96% voted in favour, with a turnout of 62.7%.[3]
Results
| Choice | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| For | 114,719 | 96.9 |
| Against | 3,617 | 3.1 |
| Invalid/blank votes | 3,999 | – |
| Total | 122,335 | 100 |
| Registered voters/turnout | 195,099 | 62.7 |
| Source: Nohlen | ||
References
- ↑ Nohlen, D (2005) Elections in the Americas: A data handbook, Volume I, p614 ISBN 978-0-19-928357-6
- ↑ Suriname, 30 September 1987: Constitution Direct Democracy (German)
- ↑ Nohlen, p615
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