1934 Uruguayan constitutional referendum
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A constitutional referendum was held in Uruguay on 19 April 1934, alongside parliamentary elections.[1] The new constitution was approved by 95.75% of voters.[2]
Background
A series of conflicts between the National Council of Administration and President Gabriel Terra led to Terra leading a presidential coup on 31 March 1933.[3] Terra instituted a government that suspended the 1918 constitution, and elections were held for a Constitutional Assembly on 25 June. The various factions of the Colorado Party emerged as the largest group in the Assembly, winning 151 of the 284 seats.[4]
New constitution
The new constitution abolished the National Council of Administration and transferred its powers to the President,[3] with President also becoming the head of government.[2] Other changes included the Senate being equally divided between the two parties receiving the most votes, and allowing the public to propose constitutional amendments (though 20% of the electorate).[2]
Results
| Choice | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| For | 228,145 | 95.75 |
| Against | 10,124 | 4.25 |
| Invalid/blank votes | â | |
| Total | 238,269 | 100 |
| Registered voters/turnout | 422,865 | 56.34 |
| Source: Direct Democracy | ||