A constitutional referendum was held in Northern Cyprus on 5 May 1985.[1] The new constitution put forward by the Assembly of the Republic removed the term limits on the President, increased the number of seats in the Assembly from 40 to 50, set details on citizenship, the national flag and the national anthem, and provided for mandatory referendums on changes to the constitution.[1] It was approved by 70.18% of voters.[1]
Results
Choice
Votes
%
For
49,447
70.18
Against
21,012
29.82
Invalid/blank votes
1,544
–
Total
71,933
100
Registered voters/turnout
91,860
78.37
Source: Direct Democracy
References
^ a b cTürkische Republik Nordzypern, 5. Mai 1985 : Verfassung Direct Democracy (in German)
