Which milestone constitutional reform in 1993 formally transformed Belgium into a full federal state?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. The Fourth State Reform (Saint Michael Agreement)
Answer: The Fourth State Reform (Saint Michael Agreement). Why not the others: The 1980 Second Reform established regional governments for Flanders and Wallonia; the 2001 Lambermont Reform devolved agriculture and foreign trade; the Sixth Reform in 2014 transferred family allowances and healthcare.
- Step 1: In 1993, the Belgian parliament adopted the Fourth State Reform, known as the Saint Michael Agreement (Sint-Michielsakkoord).
- Step 2: Article 1 of the Constitution was amended to read: 'Belgium is a federal State composed of Communities and Regions', establishing directly elected regional parliaments.
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