Table 1.

Brief definition of rule of law index subfactors

Limited Government Powers	Governmental and non-governmental check and balances on the government powers
Absence of Corruption	Control of corruption in all branches of government
Order and Security	Control of crime, civil conflicts and the use of violence
Fundamental Rights	Equal protection, right to life and security, freedom of speech, assembly, religion and due process of law
Open Government	Right to information and petition
Regulatory Enforcement	Impartial and effective enforcement of government regulations
Civil Justice	Impartial and effective delivery of civil justice
Criminal Justice	Impartial and effective delivery of criminal justice