which statement best compares north and south korean governments after the korean war? A) North korea is a communist, and south korea is democratic B) North korea is a monarchy, and south korea is communist C) North Korea is communist, and South korea is a monarchy D) North Korea is democratic, and Stuh Korea is a monarchy.

A) North Korea is communist, and South Korea is democratic.

Explanation:

Since its inception, North Korea has been ruled by a family of dictators, the Kim family. They lead a communist and economic political system that is totalitarian with a one-party rule - no alternative parties and organizations are allowed, all dissent is crushed - and a state-run economy. It is a country economically backward where famine can occur because of the inefficient communist system. Despite the shortages and suffering of the people, the Kim family has managed to develop nuclear weapons and missiles. The economic reforms and free-market openings of China have not taken place in North Korea yet.

In the south, there is one democratic country called South Korea. It was ruled by authoritarian, military governments until the 1980s, when it democratized. It is a democracy, a key US ally, and one of the most prosperous countries of the world. It is one of the most technologically advanced nations, a hub of technology, science and innovation. South Korea boats a booming pop culture that has conquered Asia and the world, It is one of the top 20 economies of the world.

A) North Korea is a communist and South Korea is democratic