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What was the most important consequence of the General Strike of 1918?
A real Swiss naturalisation exam question. Answer from memory, then check.
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- The introduction of the Proportional System at the National Council
Why
The General Strike of 1918 led to the adoption of the proportional system in the National Council in 1919. This major reform enabled better representation of diverse political tendencies in the Swiss Parliament.
- The introduction of a 48-hour-work week
- The introduction of the Proportional System at the National Council
- Payment of public debts
- Old Age and Survivors Insurance
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