A referendum on the new constitution of France was held in Madagascar on 28 September 1958 as part of a wider referendum held across the French Union. The new constitution would see the country become part of the new French Community if accepted, or result in independence if rejected. It was approved by 77.64% of voters.[1] The country subsequently became independent on 26 June 1960.[2]
Resultsedit
Choice
Votes
%
For
1,363,059
77.64
Against
392,557
22.36
Total
1,755,616
100.00
Valid votes
1,755,616
99.33
Invalid/blank votes
11,859
0.67
Total votes
1,767,475
100.00
Registered voters/turnout
2,154,909
82.02
Source: Official Journal
Referencesedit
^Frankreich, 28. September 1958 : Verfassung Direct Democracy
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