North Korea: Political rights
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| North Korea |
Political rights index, 7 (weak) - 1 (strong) |
|---|---|
| Latest value | 3 |
| Year | 2025 |
| Measure | points |
| Data availability | 1972 - 2025 |
| Average | 7 |
| Min - Max | 3 - 7 |
| Source | The Freedom House |
The latest value from 2025 is 3 points, a decline from 7 points in 2024. In comparison, the world average is 4 points, based on data from 193 countries. Historically, the average for North Korea from 1972 to 2025 is 7 points. The minimum value, 3 points, was reached in 2025 while the maximum of 7 points was recorded in 1972.
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Definition: The Political Rights ratings from the Freedom House evaluate three categories: electoral process, political pluralism and participation, and the functioning of government. The index ranges from 1 (strong rights) to 7 (weak rights).
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|---|---|---|---|
| Rule of law | -1.53 | 2024 | points |
| Government effectiveness | -1.27 | 2024 | points |
| Control of corruption | -1.56 | 2024 | points |
| Regulatory quality | -1.87 | 2024 | points |
| Voice and accountability | -1.99 | 2024 | points |
| Political stability | 0.32 | 2024 | points |
| Corruption perceptions - Transparency International | 15 | 2025 | points |
| Political rights | 3 | 2025 | points |
| Civil liberties | 3 | 2025 | points |