1972 Malagasy military rule referendum

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]

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Results

Choice Votes %
For2,784,68796.43
Against103,2153.57
Invalid/blank votes18,567-
Total2,906,469100
Source: EISA
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