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“O Allah bless the nation of Abbasla!”
| Category: Corrupt Dictatorship | ||
| Civil Rights: Below Average |
Economy: Frightening |
Political Freedoms: Rare |
Regional Influence: Shoeshiner
Location: the West Pacific
Government
Autocracy
The nation does not hold democratic elections.
Monarchy
The special status of a royal family is enshrined in law.
State Press
Only state-controlled media is permitted.
Pledge of Allegiance
The daily singing of an anthem or reciting of a pledge is compulsory in schools.
Society
Heterosexuality
Same-sex relationships are illegal.
No Adultery
Adultery is prohibited by law.
No Abortion
Abortion is illegal.
Parental Licensing
Citizens must acquire a license in order to have children.
Body Integrity
Citizens may not pierce their bodies nor circumcize their children.
Prudism
Strict modesty laws govern how citizens may dress.
No Smoking
Smoking is prohibited, even in private.
Law & Order
Capital Punishment
Citizens may be executed for crimes.
Corporal Punishment
Criminals may be ordered to undergo physical punishment.
Conscription
A period of military service is compulsory for all citizens.
Economy
Capitalism
Private industry is permitted within a market-based economy.
Maternity Leave
New mothers receive paid leave from employment.
Prohibition
Alcohol is banned.
Affirmative Action
Organizations are required to meet demographic quotas.
No Gambling
Gambling is illegal.
Space Program
The nation runs a space program.
Metricism
The state mandates the use of the metric system.
International
Weapons of Mass Destruction
The nation claims the legal right to use WMDs.
Climate Treaty
The nation is a signatory to an international climate treaty.
