VOICED : Turks head to polls Sunday for crucial referendum vote

The video discusses the Turkish constitutional referendum, where voters decide on 18 amendments that could significantly alter the political landscape by increasing presidential powers. The 'yes' campaign supports these changes for stability and progress, while the 'no' campaign fears authoritarianism and loss of democracy. The amendments include abolishing the Prime Minister's role and reducing parliamentary powers, raising concerns about unchecked presidential authority.

What is the main decision Turkish voters are facing in the upcoming vote?

• Whether to join the European Union

• Whether to change the national currency

• Whether to support constitutional changes increasing presidential power

• Whether to increase the power of the Prime Minister

Which of the following is NOT a proposed amendment in the Turkish constitutional changes?

• Increasing the number of parliamentary seats

• Allowing the President to make legal decrees

• Reducing parliamentary powers

• Abolishing the post of Prime Minister

What is a major concern of those opposing the constitutional changes?

• The amendments will increase the power of the judiciary

• The changes will reduce the President's power

• The changes will result in a lack of democratic governance

• The amendments will lead to economic instability

How does the proposed presidential system in Turkey differ from those in the US or France?

• It requires a coalition government

• It concentrates power in the presidency without proper checks

• It has more checks and balances

• It allows for a parliamentary veto

What event increased concerns about authoritarian rule in Turkey?

• The recent economic crisis

• The last summer's coup

• The presidential election

• The European Union negotiations