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A dark stain on Turkish Democracy: September 12, 1980

Türkiye experienced one of the most significant coups against democracy on September 12, 1980. The coup's legacy, the 1982 Constitution, hindered the development of democracy in Türkiye over the past 41 years. During this period, 19 constitutional amendment packages were accepted, resulting in a total of 184 changes.

Agencies and A News / Turkey
Published 12.09.2023 11:53
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During the 1980 coup process, all fundamental rights and freedoms were suspended, and thousands of people, including the Prime Minister and opposition party leaders, were sent to prisons.

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