A plebiscite is: a. an amendment to the Constitution b. a parliamentary system to replace the current separation of powers c. a popular vote on national policy issues d. a law granting ex-felons the right to vote e. a proposed constitutional convention to update the Constitution

A plebiscite is: c. a popular vote on national policy issues.

It's a direct vote by eligible members of the public to decide on a specific issue, such as a proposed law, constitutional amendment, or other public policy questions. Plebiscites are used to gauge public opinion or make decisions on important matters affecting the nation.

• A plebiscite, also known as a referendum, is a direct vote by the electorate on a specific question or issue. It is a form of direct democracy, in contrast to representative democracy, where individuals vote for elected officials who then make decisions on policy matters. Plebiscites are often used to decide on major national questions, such as amendments to the constitution, independence, or other significant changes in a country's policies or laws. Plebiscites can be binding, meaning the government must act according to the vote's outcome, or advisory, where the government can consider the electorate's opinion but is not legally obliged to follow it.