VOICED: Morocco heads for vote on curbing king's powers

In Rabat, sports clubs are rallying youth to support constitutional changes. Many locals plan to vote 'yes' in the upcoming referendum, believing it will benefit Morocco. The proposed changes aim to enhance government and parliamentary powers, though the king retains significant authority. The February 20 Movement opposes the reforms, arguing they are undemocratic and plans to boycott the vote. Despite this, the king is likely to see the reforms approved, with observers focusing on voter turnout as a measure of support.

What role did Rabat sports clubs play in the constitutional changes?

• They remained neutral in the political process.

• They opposed the changes publicly.

• They organized protests against the changes.

• They drafted youngsters to support the changes.

What is one of the key features of the proposed constitutional changes in Morocco?

• The military will be disbanded.

• The government and parliament will have more powers.

• The king will no longer be the head of state.

• The king will have absolute power.

Which group is leading the opposition against the constitutional reforms?

• The Rabat Sports Club

• The February 20 Movement

• The Royal Committee

• The Moroccan Parliament

What is the February 20 Movement's main criticism of the proposed constitution?

• It was created by a democratic process.

• It reduces the king's power significantly.

• It gives too much power to the parliament.

• It was made by a royal committee and is not democratic.

What will observers be looking at to gauge the country's support for the reforms?

• The level of participation in the vote.

• The number of protests against the reforms.

• The number of international endorsements.

• The king's public approval ratings.