Until the mid-1980s, a Swiss husband could decide key family matters, including the family home: On 22 September 1985, 52% of men rejected reform, but women’s votes pushed it through

Switzerland’s 1985 referendum redefined marriage, shifting from a husband-dominated hierarchy to an equal partnership. This landmark vote saw a clear gender divide, with women overwhelmingly supporting the reform and men largely opposing it, ultimately leading to the law’s passage. The change acknowledged women’s evolving roles and recognized domestic labor’s value, marking a significant legal adaptation to societal progress.

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