United States will declare which country as the world's worst offenders in human trafficking and forced labor?

Correct option is A

Ans.(a)

Explanation:
The correct answer is North Korea.

The United States has declared North Korea as one of the world's worst offenders in human trafficking and forced labor. North Korea is notorious for exploiting its citizens through state-mandated forced labor, including the export of laborers to other countries to earn foreign currency for the regime. The Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report, published annually by the U.S., consistently places North Korea in Tier 3, the lowest category, due to its lack of efforts to combat trafficking.

Information Booster:
● The TIP Report categorizes countries into tiers based on their anti-trafficking efforts.
● North Korea's forced labor includes mining, logging, and overseas labor.
● The UN has criticized North Korea for systematic human rights abuses.
● Countries like South Sudan and Russia are also criticized for human trafficking.
● China's role in trafficking involves issues like forced labor in Xinjiang.
● TIP Tier 3 countries face potential U.S. sanctions.
● Human trafficking is a significant global issue requiring international cooperation.

Additional Information:

• (b) South Sudan: Known for child soldiers and trafficking but less prominent than North Korea.
• (c) Russia: Criticized for trafficking, but North Korea's issues are more systemic.
• (d) China: Faces criticism for forced labor, particularly concerning Uyghurs in Xinjiang.