Previously giving Myanmar its lowest rating of 7, the 2012 Freedom in the World report also notes improvement, giving Myanmar a 6 for improvements in civil liberties and political rights, the release of political prisoners, and a loosening of restrictions. In 2013, Myanmar improved yet again, receiving a score of five in civil liberties and a six in political freedoms
What caused Myanmar to receive a rating of 6?
improvements in civil liberties and political rights, the release of political prisoners, and a loosening of restrictions.