Among the 60 countries that maintain compulsory conscription, many offer a civil alternative for conscientious objectors. While some devices are closer to the Swiss model of civil service, they tend to remain more restrictive and less accessible.
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Among the 60 countries that maintain compulsory conscription, many offer a civil alternative for conscientious objectors. While some devices are closer to the Swiss model of civil service, they tend to remain more restrictive and less accessible.