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]

The independence of Latvia was finally restored on August 21, 1991.

Results

Choice Votes %
For1,227,56274.9
Against411,37425.1
Invalid/blank votes27,192
Total1,666,128100
Registered voters/turnout1,902,80287.6
Source: CVK

See also

References

  1. Dieter Nohlen & Philip Stöver (2010) Elections in Europe: A data handbook, p1122 ISBN 978-3-8329-5609-7
  2. Nohlen & Stöver, p1136
  3. LATVIJAS REPUBLIKAS AUGSTĀKĀS PADOMES LĒMUMS Par kārtību, kādā notiek Latvijas iedzīvotāju aptauja
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