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Maternity Leave

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The mandatory minimum number of calendar days that legally must be paid by the government, the employer, or both to a mother related to the birth of a child. Maternity leave is only available to the mother; it does not cover parental leave that is available to both parents.

World Bank

Highlighted countries by maternity leave duration, with darker shades representing more days. Bulgaria, Albania, and India dark blue. Most of Europe, Russia, Africa, South America, and Canada are moderate blue, while Australia and the U S are light blue.

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Maternity Leave

Trade Balance

Adult Females with only up to an Upper Secondary Education

Infant Mortality Rate

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Deaths per 1,000 live births

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