Malagasy military rule referendum, 1972
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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 an 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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