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For the survival of the local government system, establishment of democracy, continuity of reforms, end to sectarianism and extremism, and to fulfill the vision of Quaid-i-Azam, would you like to elect President General Pervez Musharraf as President of Pakistan for five years? | |||||||||||||||||||
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A referendum on allowing Pervez Musharraf to continue as President for five years was held in Pakistan on 30 April 2002.[1] The proposal was approved by 97.97% of voters.[1] However, the referendum was boycotted by the opposition on the basis that it was unconstitutional.[2] Although turnout was reported to be 56.1%,[1] the opposition claimed it was between 5% and 7%.[3] The poll was criticised for being "marred by gross irregularities" by the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan.[4]
- ^ a b c Pakistan, 30. April 2002 : General Musharraf als Präsident für 5 Jahre Direct Democracy
- ^ Opposition boycotts Pakistan referendum BBC News, 7 April 2002
- ^ Pakistan referendum: The way to decide the country's future? BBC News, 7 May 2002
- ^ Musharraf wins huge backing BBC News, 1 May 2002