On what date did constitutional democracy return to Argentina with the inauguration of President Raúl Alfonsín?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. 10 December 1983, celebrated as International Human Rights Day and Restoration of Democracy Day
- Step 1: Alfonsín was elected on 30 October 1983, winning 51.7% of the vote for the UCR. Step 2. He took office on 10 December 1983, ending the military dictatorship. Answer: 10 December 1983, celebrated as International Human Rights Day and Restoration of Democracy Day. Why not the others: 10 December is celebrated annually as the Day of the Restoration of Democracy.
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