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Which of the following defines a 'Referendum'?

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It refers to the unilateral decision of the government.

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It refers to the collective decision of the nominated assembly.

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It refers to a general vote by the electorate on a single political question which has been referred to them for a direct decision

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It refers to the collective decision of the legislative council where members vote to decide a particular issue

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The correct option is C It refers to a general vote by the electorate on a single political question which has been referred to them for a direct decision
A referendum is the process of a general vote by the electorate on a single political question. It has been referred to the electorate for an immediate decision.

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