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Initiative - procedure whereby a certain number of voters may, by petition, propose a law or constitutional amendment and have it submitted to the voters.

Referendum - Procedure for submitting to popular vote measures passed by the legislature or proposed amendments to a state constitution.

Recall - Procedure for submitting to popular vote the removal of officials from office before the end of their term.

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What is the synonym for plebiscite?

Election, franchise, referendum or pole


What is the difference between a mandatory and optional referendum?

A mandatory referendum is required by law for certain issues, while an optional referendum is not required but may be held at the discretion of the governing body. In a mandatory referendum, the public must vote on the issue, whereas in an optional referendum, the governing body decides whether to seek public input through a vote.


What statement is the best description of a referendum?

A referendum is a direct vote by citizens on a specific issue or policy. It allows the public to have a say and make decisions on important matters that affect the community or country.


Can a Barangay Captain in the Philippines be subject of a recall election.?

Yes, a Barangay Captain in the Philippines can be subject to a recall election. This can be initiated by a petition signed by at least 25% of the registered voters in the barangay. If the recall petition is successful, a recall election will be held to determine if the Barangay Captain should be removed from office.


What is the initiative method?

A set number of registered voters sign a petition to put a initiative on the ballot. It then goes to the state election office and they validate the voter petitions. If it passes the correct number of signed registered voters it goes to be written properly for the ballot and written for the ballot. The economic affect of the initiative is also studied and placed with the initiative in the ballot.