1987 Surinamese constitutional referendum explained

Country:Suriname
Yes:114,719
No:3,617
Invalid:3,999
Electorate:195,099

A constitutional referendum was held in Suriname on 30 September 1987.[1] Voters were asked to approve the country's new constitution. It provided for a 51-seat unicameral National Assembly elected by proportional representation and a President elected by the National Assembly.[2] Over 96% voted in favour, with a turnout of 63%.[3]

Notes and References

  1. [Dieter Nohlen]
  2. http://www.sudd.ch/event.php?lang=en&id=sr011987 Suriname, 30 September 1987: Constitution
  3. Nohlen, p615