1978 Ecuadorian constitutional referendum

A constitutional referendum was held in Ecuador on 15 January 1978.[1] Voters were asked whether they wanted a new constitution or a revised version of the existing constitution. The former option was approved by 57% of voters, although around invalid votes accounted for a quarter of those cast, with many cast in protest at not having the option of returning to the 1945 constitution.[1]

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Background

Following a military coup in 1972, in 1976 the military government formed three commissions to assist with the transition back to civil rule. One group was to draft a new constitution, one was to revise the 1945 constitution, and one to create laws on political parties, local elections and the referendum.[1]

Results
Choice Votes %
New constitution778,61157.20
Revised constitution582,55642,80
Invalid/blank votes450,473–
Total1,811,640100
Registered voters/turnout2,088,87486.73
Source: Direct Democracy
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References
  1. Ecuador, 15 January 1978: New or revised constitution Direct Democracy (in German)
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