Governance
Governance metrics assess political representation, institutional quality, and rule of law. Includes government structure (executive, legislative, judicial branches), government type, legal system, and World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators measuring effectiveness, regulatory quality, and corruption control.
Available Metrics
Control of Corruption
Extent to which public power is exercised for private gain, including petty and grand corruption, as well as "capture" of the state by elites and private interests.
Executive Branch
Structure, composition, and leadership of the executive branch of government.
Government Effectiveness
Quality of public services, civil service competence, policy formulation and implementation, and credibility of government commitment to policies.
Government Type
Classification of the country's political system and governance structure.
Judicial Branch
Structure and composition of the highest courts and judicial system.
Legal System
Fundamental legal framework and sources of law governing the country's judicial system.
Legislative Branch
Structure, composition, and electoral system of the national legislature.
Political Stability and Absence of Violence
Likelihood that government will be destabilized or overthrown by unconstitutional or violent means, including terrorism.
Regulatory Quality
Government ability to formulate and implement sound policies and regulations that permit and promote private sector development.
Rule of Law
Extent to which agents have confidence in and abide by rules of society, including quality of contract enforcement, property rights, police, and courts, as well as likelihood of crime and violence.
Voice and Accountability
Extent to which citizens can participate in government selection and enjoy freedoms of expression, association, and media.
Women in Parliament
Percentage of seats held by women in national parliaments (single or lower chamber).