1991 Estonian independence referendum
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An independence referendum was held in Estonia on 3 March 1991,[1] alongside a similar referendum in Latvia that same month. It was approved by 78.4% of voters with an 82.9% turnout. Independence was restored by the Estonian Supreme Council on the night of 20 August.[2]
Results
Choice | Votes | % |
---|---|---|
For | 737,964 | 78.4 |
Against | 203,199 | 21.6 |
Invalid/blank votes | 6,967 | – |
Total | 948,130 | 100 |
Registered voters/turnout | 1,144,309 | 82.9 |
Source: Nohlen & Stöver |
See also
- Latvian independence and democracy poll, 1991
- Lithuanian independence referendum, 1991
- Soviet Union referendum, 1991
References