Uzbekistani constitutional referendum, 2002

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A constitutional referendum was held in Uzbekistan on 27 January 2002. Voters were asked two questions; one on extending the presidential term from five to seven years, and a second on introducing a bicameral parliament. Both were approved by voters, the former by 91%.^[1] Voter turnout was reported to be 92%.^[2]

Results

Presidential term extension

Choice	Votes	%
For		91
Against		9
Invalid/blank votes		-
Total		100
Source: Freedom House

References

↑ Uzbekistan Freedom House
↑ KISTAN: Referendum criticised by human rights groups IRIN, 28 January 2002

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Presidential elections	1991 2000 2007 2015

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Referendums	1991 (Mar) 1991 (Dec) 1995 2002

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