Also means
binding referendum
Usage Note
Volksentscheid is a binding decision made directly by the electorate, from Volk (people) and Entscheid (decision). It is masculine. In German constitutional language it typically follows a Volksbegehren (citizens' petition) and produces a legally binding result, unlike a merely consultative vote.
Examples
"Der Volksentscheid kippte das umstrittene Gesetz."
Natural Translation
The plebiscite overturned the contested law.
Literal Translation
The plebiscite toppled the contested law.
Related Words
- Abgeordnete delegate
- Abgeordnetenmandat parliamentary mandate, MP's seat and commission
- Abstimmung vote
- Abstimmungsergebnis result of a vote, voting outcome
- Abstimmungsmarathon voting marathon; extended series of successive votes in parliament
- Abstimmungsverhalten voting behaviour (in a parliament or assembly)
- Amtsinhaber incumbent
- Amtszeit term of office
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