1991 Latvian independence and democracy referendum
An independence referendum was held in Latvia on 3 March 1991,[1] alongside a similar referendum in the Republic of Estonia. Known as the "Popular Survey about the independence of the Republic of Latvia", voters were asked "are you in favour of a democratic and independent Republic of Latvia".[2] It was approved by 74.9% of voters, with a turnout of 87.6%.[2] Latvian Republic civilians registered in Soviet Army units also had the right to vote in this poll.[3]
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The independence of Latvia was finally restored on August 21, 1991.
Results
| Choice | Votes | % |
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| For | 1,227,562 | 74.9 |
| Against | 411,374 | 25.1 |
| Invalid/blank votes | 27,192 | – |
| Total | 1,666,128 | 100 |
| Registered voters/turnout | 1,902,802 | 87.6 |
| Source: CVK | ||
See also
References
- Dieter Nohlen & Philip Stöver (2010) Elections in Europe: A data handbook, p1122 ISBN 978-3-8329-5609-7
- Nohlen & Stöver, p1136
- LATVIJAS REPUBLIKAS AUGSTĀKĀS PADOMES LĒMUMS Par kārtību, kādā notiek Latvijas iedzīvotāju aptauja
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