Variable: Monopoly on the Use of Force

QoG Code: (bti_muf)


Dataset: Bertelsmann Transformation Index

Description:

To what extent does the state's monopoly on the use of force cover the entire territory of the country? From 1 to 10.

  1. There is no state monopoly on the use of force.
  2. The state's monopoly on the use of force is established only in key parts of the country. Large areas of the country are controlled by guerrillas, paramilitaries or clans.
  3. The state's monopoly on the use of force is established nationwide in principle, but it is challenged by guerrillas, mafias or clans in territorial enclaves.
  4. There is no competition with the state's monopoly on the use of force throughout the entire territory.

Type of variable: Categorical

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Last updated by source: 2022-03-17


Categories:

Conflict Quality of Government


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Basic Cross-section - 2025 Basic Time-series - 2025 Standard Cross-section - 2025 Standard Time-series - 2025 Original Dataset

Details of this variable in our compilations datasets
Dataset No. Countries
Basic cross-section: 135
Basic time-series: 136
Standard cross-section: 135
Standard time-series: 136

Dataset Available for years:
Standard time-series: 2005-2023
Basic time-series: 2005-2023

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This variable has information from the year 2005 to the year 2021