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At the federal level, when did women obtain the right to vote in Switzerland?

A real Swiss naturalisation exam question. Answer from memory, then check.

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  • 1971

Why

Women obtained the right to vote at the federal level in Switzerland in 1971 following a popular vote. This date symbolizes a major step forward for democracy and equal political rights in Switzerland.

  • 1959
  • 1971
  • 1989
  • 1990

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