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The 2004 presidential election won by Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono was the first of its kind in Indonesia. What was unique about it?

  • First election with female candidates

  • First presidential election involving more than two candidates

  • First direct presidential election

  • First election broadcasted worldwide

Answer

In Indonesia, the 2004 presidential election marked a momentous occasion as it was the first direct presidential election in the nation's history. Prior to this, the president was selected by the People's Consultative Assembly, a body comprising elected representatives and appointed members.
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