Swiss constitutional referendum, 1914

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A constitutional referendum was held in Switzerland on 25 October 1914.[1] The proposed amendments of article 103 and the addition of article 114bis were approved by 62.3% of voters and a majority of cantons.[1]

Background[edit]

In order to pass, any amendments to the constitution needed a double majority; a majority of the popular vote and majority of the cantons.[2] The decision of each canton was based on the vote in that canton.[2] Full cantons counted as one vote, whilst half cantons counted as half.[2]

Results[edit]

Choice Popular vote Cantons
Votes % Full Half Total
For 204,394 62.3 16 4 18
Against 123,431 37.7 3 2 4
Blank votes 33,104
Invalid votes 14,048
Total 374,977 100 19 6 22
Registered voters/turnout 851,082 44.1
Source: Nohlen & Stöver

References[edit]

  1. ^ a b Nohlen, D & Stöver, P (2010) Elections in Europe: A data handbook, p1903 ISBN 978-3-8329-5609-7
  2. ^ a b c Nohlen & Stöver, p1891