How Does the U.S. Rank on the Rule of Law? Take the Quiz!

For centuries, the United States was seen as a global leader on the rule of law.  

The pioneering U.S. Constitution was the first to enshrine key checks and balances that prevent abuses of government power. Its Bill of Rights guaranteed fundamental freedoms for the people themselves.  

Over the years, the United States expanded the reach of its founding rule of law principles to protect more people at home and to influence many countries abroad. 

But today, the World Justice Project (WJP) Rule of Law Index shows that the rule of law is declining globally. 

How is U.S. rule of law doing? Take the quiz and find out! 

Explore the 2023 WJP Rule of Law Index.