Freedom Indices (Ajax)
This article contains a list of freedom indices in Ajax as interpreted by several non-governmental organizations that publish and maintain assessments of the state of freedom in Ajax. Countries are ranked as being free, partly free, or unfree using various measures of freedom, including political rights, press freedom, economic rights, and civil liberties.
Organizations & Ranking Criteria
Freedom in Ajax
Freedom in Ajax is ranked by XXXXX, which ranks nations as free, partly free, or unfree based on laws regarding civil rights and liberties, and how well governments enforce those rights and liberties in their respective nation.
Economic Freedom Index
The Economic Freedom Index is ranked by XXXXX, which ranks nations as free to repressed based on how much people have control over their property and labor. It measures data based on the rule of law, limited government, regulatory efficiency, and open market.
Press Freedom Index
The Press Freedom Index is ranked by XXXXX, which ranks nations based on the ability to communicate openly and freely with hindrance from external influence and regulation. As well as the ability for free expression and publication of electronic media and published materials without hindrance.
Democracy Index
The Democracy Index is ranked by XXXXX, which ranks nation based on how much influence the people on government and whether the people can participate in government through free and fair elections, the security of voters, the capability for elected officials to implement policy and the effectiveness of government.
Index of Civil Equity
The Index of Civil Equity is ranked by XXXXX, which ranks nations by how much social divide exists between members of society and whether people are treated equal and are provided the same rights and opportunities on the basis of gender, religion, race, etc. and whether people are free from discrimination.
Current assessments
A table of the assessments in each index for most countries in Ajax.
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| Freedom in Ajax | free | partly free | not free | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Economic Freedom Index | free | mostly free | moderately free | mostly unfree | repressed | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Press Freedom Index | good situation | satisfactory situation | moderate problems | difficult situation | very serious situation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Democracy Index | full democracy | imperfect democracy | hybrid regime | authoritarian regime | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Index of Civil Equity | good | satisfactory | imperfect | clear division | official division | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
List by country
| Country | Freedom in Ajax | Economic Freedom Index | Press Freedom Index | Democracy Index | Index of Civil Equity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Belfras
|
free | free | good situation | full democracy | good |
 Cavarzere
|
partly free | mostly free | moderate problems | hybrid regime | official division |
 Gelonia
|
free | free | satisfactory situation | imperfect democracy | satisfactory |
 Ghant
|
free | free | good situation | hybrid regime | imperfect |
 Latium
|
free | free | moderate problems | hybrid regime | satisfactory |
 Lihnidos
|
free | free | moderate problems | hybrid regime | satisfactory |
 Liothidia
|
partly free | mostly free | moderate problems | imperfect democracy | satisfactory |
 Mutul
|
partly free | free | difficult situation | authoritarian regime | satisfactory |
 Sydalon
|
partly free | mostly free | difficult situation | hybrid regime | clear division |
 Thraysia
|
not free | mostly unfree | difficult situation | authoritarian regime | clear division |
 Vardana
|
not free | mostly unfree | very serious situation | authoritarian regime | clear division |
 Yisrael
|
partly free | free | moderate problems | hybrid regime | official division |
Reasoning & Rationale
Belfras
- Freedom in Ajax
- Belfras was rated as "Free" in this index on the basis that, written into the Republic Accords, signed when Belfras attained independence in 1862, the right for individuals in the country for civil liberties and freedom was guaranteed in article two. The only restrictions people have is when it begins to infringe upon the rights of another, the law, or threatens their own well-being.
- Economic Freedom Index
- Belfras was rated "free" in this regard because the government makes overt attempts to ensure a fair and balanced economy. Anti-monopoly laws ensure that a particular market is not completely overwhelmed by a singular entity and aside from standard rate taxes on goods, import/exports, and laws preventing the economic movement or sale of banned goods, their is nothing preventing an individual from enjoying economic liberty.
- Press Freedom Index
- Belfras was rated to have a "Good Situation" in regards to it's Press Freedom Index. Aside from open-source media channels that the government controls to furnish citizens with regular reports of national happenings, it controls no media. The most powerful entity in the Republic press-wise, Belfrasian News Network, is a public company openly trading on the stock exchange.
- Democracy Index
- Belfras was rated at "full democracy" on the basis that it's system of government is almost entirely determined through democratic processes. The primary focus of democracy within the country resides in the Senate, of which was inspired in the country from it's ancestral controller Latium.
- Civil Equality
- Belfras was rated as "good" in this index on the basis that it has no restrictions or limitations placed on individuals on account of race, gender, sexual orientation and so forth.
Ghant
- Freedom in Ajax
Ghant was rated as "free" on the basis that there are few laws that prevent people from doing what they like, insofar as it does not violate the rights of others.
- Economic Freedom Index
Ghant was rated as "good" on the basis that there are no laws or regulations that put limitations on individuals to pursue economic actions and transactions.
- Press Freedom Index
Ghant was rated as being in a "good situation" on the basis that Ghantish media and the press are free to publish whatever materials they see fit, regardless of the political or social consequences of their publications.
- Democracy Index
Ghant was rated as being a "hybrid regime" on the basis that the system of government in Ghant, from the lowest levels to the Federal government, is determined through democratic processes, although there is a firmly entrenched nobility and an executive monarchy in place.
- Civil Equality
Ghant was rated as "imperfect" on the basis that there are no restrictions or limitations placed on individuals on account of race, gender, sexual orientation, etc, though those of noble or royal status enjoy more privileges than the lower classes.
Liothidia
Liothidia was rated as "partly free" on the basis that there are several structural provisions that inhibit press freedom, an independent judiciary and blocks on allowing citizens from certain classes from running for office.
- Economic Freedom Index
Liothidia received a ranking of "mostly free", owed in part to the great deal of centralisation of economic productivity among state-back conglomerates and corporations. Liothidia also utilises numerous of powers supporting confiscation of assets and property of individuals charge with "seditious acts towards the Republic." Laws are in place that regulate the economy toward protecting the major corporations' market share, among other protectionist measures.
- Press Freedom Index
Liothidia was ranked to having "moderate problems" with regards to press freedom. The media is highly regulated in its reporting on politics, society and the economy. Stories or publications that are viewed as critical of the Republic or the Senate are penalised, while publications aligned with the far-left or far-right are actively banned. Foreign publications aligned or originating with countries that are governed by a monarch or semi-constitutional monarchy are prohibited. Liothidia has the third highest number of imprisoned journalists, after Rietumimark and Estoni, with 88 as of 2016.
- Democracy Index
Liothidia was ranked as an "imperfect democracy", owed in part to the highly oligarchic nature of its government. Due to bans and regulations on donations to politicians and campaign fundraising, candidates for office are effectively forced to fund their campaigns personally; as a result, a vast majority of the Liothidian population is barred from running for office due to the high cost. There is also the instance of the General Committee for Evaluation, which vets candidates for office on their political alignment, ideas and personal histories. The GCE, is known to bar individuals who have expressed certain opinions in past or are known to hold ideals that oppose the status quo.
- Civil Equality
Liothdiia was rated as "imperfect" on the basis that there remains several structural issues toward minorities, religious, ethnic and by sexual-orientation. Religiously, Protestant churches and Alban Christians remain highly repressed, with a ban on them serving in the armed forces, police and civil service. Protestant and Alban places of worship are regularly shut-down and practitioners arrested - this is a continuation of Revolution-era claims that these groups "undermine the Republic and endanger the enforcement of the General Will." Liothidia also operates fines and prison sentences for homosexuality, yet, the latter is rarely enforced.
Thraysia
- Freedom in Ajax
Thraysia was rated as "Not Free" in this index on the basis that it is an absolute monarchy that enforces religious-based social controls on Thraysian society with few individual political rights and significant levels of censorship.
- Economic Freedom Index
Thraysia was rated as "unfree" considering its economic restructure that's antithetical to an open and free market. Restrictions are placed by the Empire's guild system, while the state plays a role in the economy through central planning and occasional intervention in business affairs. However, smaller-scale companies enjoy a much more significant degree of economic freedom.
- Press Freedom Index
Thraysia was rated as having a "difficult situation" with regards to press freedom. The media is highly regulated and controlled in its reporting on politics, society, and the economy. The Imperium retains tight control on reporting and censors viewpoints or ideological stances that are deemed harmful to the Empire. Foreign journalists face significant repression and have occasionally been victims of mob violence, with little protection offered by the government.
- Democracy Index
Thraysia is an absolute monarchy with no national elections. Its regime has been criticized as being authoritarian and despotic in nature.
- Civil Equality
The Imperium has offered protections and anti-discrimination laws to protect religious and racial minorities in the Empire. However, clear divisions exist based on gender, sexual orientation, and religion. Those outside of the Orthodox Christian faith are not entitled to the same degree of welfare, opportunities, and employment. Places of worship that are not Orthodox Churches can not be constructed without Imperial permission.
Yisrael
- Freedom in Ajax
Yisrael was rated as "partly free" on the basis that it is a stable, mature, developed country with a robust and competitive political system and largely free-market economy. However, the heavy presence of religious-based social controls over its society and culture and moderate problems with the openness of the press would detract from the "freeness" of the Kingdom under the indices' definitions.
- Economic Freedom Index
The Kingdom was rated as "free" on the basis that Yisrael enjoys low-tax and light regulatory regimes, is considered an offshore tax haven, and it is fairly easy to start a new company. Most economic actions and transactions are permitted, with limited exceptions to certain immoral economic options being illegal or severely regulated.
- Press Freedom Index
Yisrael was rated as having "moderate problems" on the basis that Yisraeli media and the press are restricted to publish any materials in certain categories, such as state secrets and classified information, trade secrets, content that would run afoul of strong liberal and slander laws, and works advocating or sympathizing with illegal political and social ideologies.
- Democracy Index
Yisrael was rated as being a "hybrid regime" on the basis that the Government of Yisrael is a hybrid of monarchic and democratic forces, with a constitutionally-entrenched federal monarchy that operates alongside a representative government determined by democratic processes.
- Civil Equality
The Kingdom was rated "official division" on the basis that, by law, people have different entitlements and obligations by basis of religion, ethnicity, gender, etc.
Criticism & Reception
Belfras
Despite the ratings acquired, some experts disagree on some areas. Despite being rated as "good" in the civil equality index, people not of the Fabrian Catholic faith are often discriminated against by others to a point that individuals have often been physically assaulted.
Ghant
Although the ratings for Ghant seem to be fairly straightforward and concise, there are areas of disagreement. One area of disagreement is on the "Democracy Index" rating, which some say is too generous for a Monarchy in which the Emperor enjoys certain discretionary powers uncommon for a modern day constitutional monarch.
Thraysia
Thraysian leaders have accused the Freedom Index of being based on "foreign ideas that are inherently biased against Thraysian culture and society."
Economic Freedom Index
The economic freedom index has been criticized as interpreting free-market economies as "better" or "most desirable" compared to Communalism, planned, or state-controlled economies.
