South Africa · Government / Government of South Africa. Chronological records rendered directly from the World History Database.
The Statute of Westminster abolishes the 2/3 majority for constitutional change. The Status of the Union Act abolishes 2/3 majority vote for constitutional change. The Coloured Voters Bill to disenfranchise blacks is rejected by the courts. Responsible for introducing Apartheid
Despite the creation of the High Court Courts rule apartheid is unconstitutional
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