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Two referendums were held in
Switzerland in 1959.[1] The first was held on 1 February on the introduction of
women's suffrage at the federal level, but was rejected by 67% of voters. The second was held on 24 May on adding article 22bis to the
federal constitution, which concerned civil protection. It was approved by 62% of voters.[1]