Monopoly on the use of force
State identity
No interference of religious dogmas
Basic administration
Free and fair elections
Effective power to govern
Association / assembly rights
Freedom of expression
Separation of powers
Independent judiciary
Prosecution of office abuse
Civil rights
Performance of democratic institutions
Commitment to democratic institutions
Party system
Interest groups
Approval of democracy
Social capital
Socioeconomic barriers
Market organization
Competition policy
Liberalization of foreign trade
Banking system
Monetary stability
Fiscal stability
Property rights
Private enterprise
Social safety nets
Equal opportunity
Output strength
Environmental policy
Education / R&D policy
Structural constraints
Civil society traditions
Conflict intensity
Prioritization
Implementation
Policy learning
Efficient use of assets
Policy coordination
Anti-corruption policy
Consensus on goals
Anti-democratic actors
Cleavage / conflict management
Public consultation
Reconciliation
Effective use of support
Credibility
Regional cooperation