Referendum that resulted in Sikkim becoming an Indian state
1975 Sikkimese monarchy referendum
14 April 1975 (1975-04-14)
Abolishing the monarchy
Results
Choice
Votes
%
Yes
59,637
97.55%
No
1,496
2.45%
Total votes
61,133
100.00%
Registered voters/turnout
‹See Tfd›
≈63%
A referendum on abolishing the monarchy was held in the Kingdom of Sikkim on 14 April 1975.[1] Official results stated the proposal was approved by 97.55% of voters with a turnout of about 63%, and resulted in the country becoming an Indian state.
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