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General elections were held in Liechtenstein on 4 April 1939. [1] Although a new system of proportional representation had been introduced to pacify voters at a time when the country was under threat from neighbouring Nazi Germany, it was not used and the elections became known as the "silent elections" as no actual vote was held. [2]
[3] [4] Under the constitution general elections are held for the members of the Landtag of Liechtenstein, who then elect the prime minister. As of 2025, there have been 49 general elections held in Liechtenstein. In 1939 the voting system was changed to introduce proportional representation. [5]
Mayoral results by municipality Local elections were held in Liechtenstein on 12 February 1939 to elect the municipal councils and the mayors of the eleven municipalities . [ 1 ]
1.5 1939 Liechtenstein general election [a] 1.6 1945 Liechtenstein general election. 2 Landtag elections. Toggle Landtag elections subsection.
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[11] [12] Proportional representation was unanimously introduced to Liechtenstein on 18 January 1939, as was a point of compromise between the two parties. [13] On 11 March of the same year, Franz Joseph, in agreement with both parties, disbanded the Landtag and called for early elections.
A referendum on the electoral system was held in Liechtenstein on 30 May 1935. [1] Voters were asked whether they approved of introducing a system using proportional representation. [1] The proposal was rejected by 53% of voters. [1] Nevertheless, a proportional system was later adopted in 1939. [2]