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Lebanese general election, 1968

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Lebanese general election, 1968

General elections were held in Lebanon between 24 March and 7 April 1968. Independent candidates won the majority of seats, although many of them were considered to be members of various blocs. Voter turnout was 49.6%.

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Background

According to the 1960 constitution, the 99 seats were divided amongst ethnic and religious groups:

Results

Of the 60 independents:

  • 27 were considered part of the Parliamentary Democratic Front and its affiliates
  • 14 had no affiliation
  • 6 were members of the Assad bloc
  • 4 were members of the Skaff bloc
  • 4 were members of the Salam bloc
  • 3 were members of the Arslan bloc
  • 2 in the Jumblatt bloc

    • References

    Lebanese general election, 1968 Wikipedia
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