Plebiscite of 1860

The Plebiscite of 1860 was a national vote in Switzerland asking citizens whether they agreed to a new federal constitution proposed by the Swiss government. This constitution aimed to modernize and strengthen the country's political system, balancing power between the central government and individual regions. The vote allowed the Swiss people to directly express their support or opposition. The majority favored the new constitution, leading to its adoption. This process exemplified Switzerland’s commitment to direct democracy, giving citizens a direct say in important national decisions.