Uploaded December 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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North Korea has numerous laws that seem bizarre or extreme to the outside world. One example often cited as one of the "craziest" is the state-mandated list of approved hairstyles.

Citizens are only allowed to choose from a limited selection of government-approved haircuts, meant to discourage individuality and promote conformity. This rule applies to both men and women, with men typically restricted to shorter styles.