Full Calculation for the Freedom Index (FI)

The Freedom Index (FI) is a standardized score on a 0-100 scale that measures the extent of an individual’s freedoms across different government systems. It accounts for political, economic, legal, social, and digital freedoms, ensuring comparability across nations.

Final Formula for Freedom Index Calculation:

\text{FI} = 0.20(\text{Political Freedom Score}) + 0.20(\text{Legal & Personal Freedom Score}) + 0.20(\text{Economic Freedom Score}) + 0.20(\text{Social & Cultural Freedom Score}) + 0.20(\text{Digital & Technological Freedom Score})

Each category score (0-100) is derived from subcategories (scored 0-10), then averaged within the category.

1. Political Freedom (20%)

Measures democratic participation, speech, press, and government accountability.

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Political Freedom Score = Electoral Freedom} + \text{Speech & Press} + \text{Transparency} + \text{Assembly & Protest}}{4} \times 10

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• Electoral Freedom (0-10)

• Free & fair elections, competitive multi-party system.

• Example formula: \text{\% of elections deemed free by observers} \times 10.

• Freedom of Speech & Press (0-10)

• Independent media, freedom from government censorship.

• Government Transparency (0-10)