Elections in Peru
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In Peru, the people directly elect a head of state (the president) as well as a legislature. The president is elected by the people for a five year term. The unicameral Congress (Congreso) has 120 members, also elected for a five-year term by proportional representation. Peru has a multi-party system, which effectively bars one party from becoming the sole influence in a decision-making process. As such, parties must work with one another to form coalition governments.
Elections
- Peruvian national election, 2006
- Peruvian national election, 2001
- Peruvian national election, 2000
- Peruvian Constituent Assembly elections, 1978
- Peruvian presidential elections, 1899
- Peruvian presidential elections, 1895
- Peruvian presidential elections, 1894
- Peruvian presidential elections, 1890
Laws
- Sale of alcohol and carrying firearms (except for Members of the Armed Forces and the National Police) are forbidden during an election.
- Political gatherings are forbidden, while public gatherings of any sort are prohibited during voting hours, including religious liturgies and entertainment shows. Clergy of any religion can not participate in their distinctive garments or habits.
See also
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