This article is part of a series on the
politics and government of
Crimea
Autonomous Republic of Crimea
(within Ukraine, 1991–present)
Republic of Crimea
(territory occupied by Russia 2014–present)
See also
Political status of Crimea
Politics of Russia • Politics of Ukraine

Parliamentary elections were held in Crimea on 29 March 1998.[1] The Communist Party of Ukraine emerged as the largest faction in the Supreme Council, with 38 of the 100 seats, although 47 seats were won by independents.[2]

Electoral system

Prior to the elections, an amendment to the electoral law introduced a majoritarian system.[3]

Results

As a result of the new electoral system, Crimean Tatars failed to win any seats in the Supreme Council.

Party Votes % Seats +/–
Communist Party of Ukraine 38 +36
Agrarian Party of Ukraine 5 New
Union Party 4 New
People's Democratic Party 4 New
Party of Economic Revival 1 –2
Socialist Party of Ukraine 1 New
Independents 47 +27
Total 100 0
Source: Parties and Elections

References

  1. ^ Chronology for Crimean Tatars in Ukraine Minorities at Risk Project
  2. ^ Crimea Archived 2016-07-02 at the Wayback Machine Parties and Elections
  3. ^ Crimean election law and formation of political climate in the autonomy Policy Documentation Centre
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