1874 Swiss constitutional referendum

A constitutional referendum was held in Switzerland on 19 April 1874.[1] The new constitution was approved by 63.2% of voters and a majority of cantons.[1] It gave more responsibilities and powers to the federal government.[2]

Background

In order to pass, any amendments to the constitution needed a double majority; a majority of the popular vote and majority of the cantons.[3] The decision of each canton was based on the vote in that canton.[3] Full cantons counted as one vote, whilst half cantons counted as half.[3]

Results

Choice Popular vote Cantons
Votes % Full Half Total
For340,19963.212313.5
Against190,01336.8738.5
Invalid/blank votes
Total538,21210019622
Source: Nohlen & Stöver

References

  1. Nohlen, D & Stöver, P (2010) Elections in Europe: A data handbook, p1902 ISBN 978-3-8329-5609-7
  2. Nohlen & Stöver, p1880
  3. Nohlen & Stöver, p1891
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