Political Climate(in the last 10 years)
What is the name of North Korea's leader?
Kim Jong-un
What continent is North Korea located on and where (north, east, south or west)?
North Korea is located in East Asia
Which global organizations have been active in advocating for human rights improvements in North Korea?
The United Nations, Amnesty International, and Human Rights Watch
How does North Korea suppress freedom of expression?
Through strict control over information
constant surveillance
harsh punishments for dissent
What theory holds that all people everywhere are entitled to basic human rights like free speech and fair trials?
Universalism
What type of political system does North Korea have?
A centralized, totalitarian state
How many people live in North Korea
Approximately 25 million
How do NGOs and research groups help raise global awareness about North Korea?
By documenting human rights abuses and publishing regular reports on conditions
What is the domestic response to the suppression of expression in North Korea?
Fear and self-censorship among citizens
How do the UN and international human rights groups try to influence North Korea’s behavior?
By applying pressure to make it adhere to universal human‑rights standards
Why is North Korea considered a threat despite not being in an active war?
Because of its nuclear program and tensions with South Korea and other countries
What countries surround North Korea?
China, Russia and South Korea
Why is the documentation of human rights violations important in the case of North Korea?
It supports international pressure and advocacy by providing evidence of abuses
What evidence exists about forced labor camps in North Korea?
Defector testimonies and UN reports describe harsh, inhumane conditions
What concept does North Korea invoke when it claims its strict system reflects its national identity and sovereignty?
Cultural relativism
How does the North Korean government control its citizens?
Through strict control over information and limited political freedoms
What is North Korea's currency called?
North Korean Won
What kinds of reforms have been seen in North Korea that may slightly improve human rights?
Minor economic reforms and slight governmental policy adjustments
How does North Korea restrict the movement of its citizens and what is a direct effect?
By not allowing free travei leading to family separations
How does North Korea defend its prison camps against accusations of abuse?
By insisting they protect national security and stability from “traitors” and foreign influence.
What is the term for the near-worship of North Korean leaders?
A personality cult
What is the name of the mountain where the mythical founder of the first Korean kingdom was born?
Mount Paektu
What is one debate surrounding the push for human rights in North Korea?
Whether Western human rights standards should be considered universal or if cultural context should influence interpretation
How has the international community responded to North Korea’s rights violations?
With sanctions, reports, and advocacy by NGOs and the UN
As a UN envoy, what could you do to respect North Korea’s culture and still improve human rights?
Provide aid and cultural exchange programs that encourage small, steady rights changes.