A constitutional referendum was held in Switzerland on 25 October 1885.[1] The constitutional amendments were approved by 59.4% of voters and a majority of cantons.[1]
In order to pass, any amendments to the constitution needed a double majority; a majority of the popular vote and majority of the cantons.[2] The decision of each canton was based on the vote in that canton.[2] Full cantons counted as one vote, whilst half cantons counted as half.[2]
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