The Political data category provides a detailed view of governance, democratic structures, and political rights across the world. Metrics like Domestic Policy Free from Interference and Foreign Policy Free from Interference help assess the independence of a nation's policies. The Functioning Government Index and Percentage of Territory Controlled by Government indicate the stability and control exerted by the state over its domain.

Political Corruption Index and Rule of Law Index provide insights into the integrity and effectiveness of political institutions, while Democratic Culture Index and Electoral Democracy Index gauge the extent to which democratic principles are embedded in society and political systems.

The effectiveness of governance is captured by scores like Effective Power to Govern and Legislative Constraints on the Executive, highlighting the balance of power among institutions. Free and Fair Elections Index and Voter Turnout of Voting-Age Population reflect the quality of democratic processes and citizen engagement.

Indexes such as Liberal Democracy Index, Participatory Democracy Index, and Egalitarian Democracy Index delve into different aspects of democracy, from citizen participation to equality in political influence. The Equal Access to Power Index and Equality of Political Power Across Social Groups explore how power is distributed and whether it is equitably accessible across all segments of society.

The role of women in politics is highlighted through metrics like Share of Women in Parliament, Women’s Political Empowerment Index, and Women’s Political Participation Index, which are essential for understanding gender equality in political representation.

Metrics such as the Democracy Index, Judicial Constraints on the Executive, and Political Centralization Index provide insights into how democratic structures and checks and balances are established. Other key indicators like Political Rights Score, Political Participation Index, and Stability of Democratic Institutions help assess how well citizens’ rights are protected and the stability of political frameworks.

Together, these political datasets provide a comprehensive understanding of the nature, quality, and stability of political institutions and democratic systems across different countries, offering crucial insights into governance and the balance of power.