Freedom of Expression and Belief - The variable measures the freedom and independence of the media and other cultural expressions; the freedom of religious groups to practice their faith and express themselves; the academic freedom and freedom from extensive political indoctrination in the educational system; and the ability of the people to engage in private (political) discussions without fear of harassment or arrest by the authorities. Countries are graded between 0 (worst) and 16 (best).
Type of variable: Discrete
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| Dataset | No. Countries |
|---|---|
| Basic cross-section: | 194 |
| Basic time-series: | 196 |
| Standard cross-section: | 194 |
| Standard time-series: | 196 |
| OECD cross-section: | 38 |
| OECD time-series: | 38 |
| Dataset | Available for years: |
|---|---|
| Standard time-series: | 2005-2022 |
| Basic time-series: | 2005-2022 |
| OECD time-series: | 2005-2022 |