1. The calendar in North Korea is based on the birth year of the country’s founder, Kim Il-Sung. In 2023, North Korea is celebrating the year 112, signifying Kim Il-Sung year of birth — 1912.
2. If a person commits a crime, his entire bloodline has to go to the prison.
3. In an event of fire, the citizens are expected to save the photos of their Supreme Leaders, followed by their own life.
4. International travels are not allowed in North Korea
If you were born a North Korean, forget all your international trips. One needs to seek prior permission before taking a foreign trip in North Korea.
5. In north Korea, elections are held after every 4 to 5 years, but Kim Jong UN is the only person on the ballot.
6. In North Korea, it is mandatory for officials to wear a badge with the image of the country’s founder, Kim Il-Sung, and his son, Kim Jong-Il. Failure to do so can result in punishment.
7. North Korea has only 3 TV channels with programs controlled by the government.
8. The government in North Korea has banned certain hairstyles, including long hair for men and certain styles for women. There are reportedly only 28 government-approved hairstyles for women and 10 for men.
9. Internet access is heavily restricted in North Korea. Most North Koreans do not have access to the internet, and those who do are only allowed to visit a limited number of government-controlled websites.
10. North Korea has a nuclear weapons programme: The country has conducted several nuclear weapons tests and has been subject to international sanctions as a result.
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