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When was the position of president reinstated in Algeria?

  • 1980

  • 1985

  • 1976

  • 1973

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In 1976, Algeria reinstated the position of president, marking a significant change in the country's political structure. This decision effectively replaced the Revolutionary Council, which had been the primary governing body since Algeria gained independence in 1962. By reintroducing the presidency, Algeria transitioned to a more conventional system of governance, solidifying its status as a republic.
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