Variable: Separation of Powers

QoG Code: (bti_sop)


Dataset: Bertelsmann Transformation Index

Description:

To what extent is there a working separation of powers (checks and balances)? From 1 to 10.

  1. There is no separation of powers, neither de jure nor de facto.
  2. One branch, generally the executive, has an ongoing and either informally or formally confirmed monopoly on power, which may include the colonization of other powers, even though they are institutionally differentiated.
  3. The separation of powers generally is in place and functioning. Partial or temporary restrictions of checks and balances occur, but a restoration of balance is sought.
  4. There is a clear separation of powers with mutual checks and balances.

Type of variable: Categorical

Downloaded by QoG on: 2023-10-10
Last updated by source: 2022-02-21


Categories:

Political System


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Basic Cross-section - 2024 Standard Cross-section - 2024 Standard Time-series - 2024 Original Dataset

Details of this variable in our compilations datasets
Dataset No. Countries
Basic cross-section: 136
Standard cross-section: 136
Standard time-series: 137


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