For the classification, information has been combined regarding the extent to which political power is separated, the judiciary is independent, abuse of power is prosecuted, and civil rights are enforced. It ranges from countries with a poor rule of law (scores from 1 to 2.49), a flawed rule of law (scores from 2.5 to 4.49), a fair rule of law (scores from 4.5 to 6.49), and a strong rule of law (scores from 6.5 to 8.49), to countries with an excellent rule of law (scores from 8.5 to 10).
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Top countries with lowest human rights and rule of law compliance in 2023
With an index score of *, Eritrea, Myanmar, and Somalia became the countries with the lowest compliance with human rights and the rule of law in 2023. These three nations were closely followed by North Korea, Sudan, and Yemen.
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