Question

Which European country banned professional boxing in 1982, only to vote to lift the ban in 2014?

Answer 1

The European country that banned professional boxing in 1982 and then voted to lift the ban in 2014 is Norway. The ban was lifted after a referendum in which 53.5% of the voters voted in favor of lifting the ban.

Answer 2

Norway, a country in Northern Europe, banned professional boxing in 1982 due to concerns about the sport's violent nature. However, after over three decades of the ban, the Norwegian parliament voted to lift it in 2014, making it legal for professional boxing events to take place in the country once again. 

Answer 3

The European country that banned professional boxing in 1982 but later voted to lift the ban in 2014 is Norway. The ban on professional boxing was put in place due to concerns about the sport's safety and potential negative impact. However, in 2014, the Norwegian Parliament voted in favor of lifting the ban, allowing for professional boxing events to take place once again. This decision opened the door for professional boxing to resume in Norway after more than three decades.