A constitutional referendum was held in France on 13 October 1946. Voters were asked whether they approved of a new constitution proposed by the Constituent Assembly elected in June. Unlike the May referendum, which saw a previous constitutional proposal rejected, the new Constitution of 27 October 1946 was accepted by 53% of voters, and brought the Fourth Republic into existence. Voter turnout was 68%.

Results

ChoiceVotes%
For9,297,47053.24
Against8,165,45946.76
Total17,462,929100.00
Valid votes17,462,92998.15
Invalid/blank votes329,0791.85
Total votes17,792,008100.00
Registered voters/turnout26,311,64367.62
Source: Nohlen & Stöver

See also