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referendum

levy · 2025-01-24T11:23:05.987712-08:00

a direct vote in which the entire electorate is invited to accept or reject a particular proposal, law, or policy. referendums are often used to decide on constitutional changes, independence, or major national issues. the term originates from latin referendum, meaning "something to be brought back," and was first used in political contexts in the 18th century. the earliest modern use of referendums can be traced back to `switzerland`, where they became a key tool for direct `democracy`. historical example: – the 2016 brexit referendum, where uk citizens voted to leave the `european union`, impacting global politics. – switzerland, known for its frequent referendums, has conducted hundreds to decide on various national policies. switzerland holds the record for the most referendums conducted globally, making it a pioneer of direct democracy.

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