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The Knootian population is currently approaching three billion. The [[human]] race, the original inhabitants, account for 80% of the population. Humans are predominantly ethnic [[Dutch]]. There is a large and vocal [[Elves|Elvish]] minority of about 15 percent of the population. The other 5% consist of other races, spread out over a wide diversity of groups. | The Knootian population is currently approaching three billion. The [[human]] race, the original inhabitants, account for 80% of the population. Humans are predominantly ethnic [[Dutch]]. There is a large and vocal [[Elves|Elvish]] minority of about 15 percent of the population. The other 5% consist of other races, spread out over a wide diversity of groups. | ||
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Revision as of 22:01, 8 October 2004
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Dutch Democratic Republic
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| Flag of Knootoss | |
| Motto: "Libertate unanimus" | |
| National Anthem: Anthem of the DDR | |
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| Region | Free Trade Zone |
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| Capital | Knootcap |
| Official Language(s) | Knootian-Dutch, Knootian-Frisian |
| Leader | Galadriël Táralóm nos Círdan |
| Population | Approaching 3 billion (Sept 2004) |
| Currency | 1 Euro = 100 Eurocents |
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The Dutch Democratic Republic of Knootoss is a post-modern developed democracy on the European continent, inhabited by a highly educated population of almost 3 billion. Its territories encompass the Netherlands and several reclaimed land projects (called ‘polders’) in the North Sea. The nation is noted for these huge ‘polders’ which consist most of the new land, giving room for expansion while the historic territories can remain relatively untouched.
Knootoss is noted by many foreigners for its liberal social policies including legal drugs and prostitution, and is well-known as a gambling paradise. The open and multicultural nation is used to the many visiting foreigners, including non-humans. The Knootian people are peaceful to the point of pacifism and oriented on free and open trade. There is consensus on the advantages of the free market, yet the government regulates business, to a point. The nation is run by coalition governments. Currently a conservative/liberal coalition is in power under the Elvish Prime Minister Galadriël Táralóm nos Círdan.
The DDR is part of the ‘Knootian Federation’, which includes dependent areas which have a great deal of autonomy. Ale-Yarok (or "green leaf") is a protectorate in Israel while Knootian Colombia is a sector assigned to the Knootians in a Baron/Knootian mission to restore order to the nation that was plagued by insurgency.
Race and ethnicity
The Knootian population is currently approaching three billion. The human race, the original inhabitants, account for 80% of the population. Humans are predominantly ethnic Dutch. There is a large and vocal Elvish minority of about 15 percent of the population. The other 5% consist of other races, spread out over a wide diversity of groups.
Life expectancy at birth is rather low for humans, about 60 years. (Mainly due to poor healthcare and a habit of assisted suicide in the case of severe illness or limitations associated with age.) However since the life-expectancy is virtually unlimited for elves and a few other species it is impossible to make a useful total average.
Religion
Knootians are, on the whole, very anti-religious both in terms of political convictions and in terms of values. A recent survey amongst the humans showed that over 95 percent of the human population is either avowedly atheist or sympathetic to some form of secular humanism. There are small Christian communities who cling to the old faiths in the northern provinces (Dutch-reformed) and in the extreme south (Catholic) 0,79% of the population is protestant, 0,21 percent is Roman Catholic. The nation was originally Dutch-Reformed (a protestant variety) and political conflicts between religious groups played a major role in Nineteenth century Knootoss.
The number of former churches that have been converted into art galleries or supermarkets is the most obvious sign of today's attitude to religion and art. Several years ago, a cult worshipping the Lady Sirithil nos Fëanor of Menelmacar has been sweeping through the country gaining immense popularity amongst the population but this cult is fading away.
The Order of the Invisible Hand is not exactly a religion, but it does have religous aspects. It is rapidly gaining in popularity amongst the elite.
Political parties
The DDR has a multi-party system with many different parties forming different coalitions. The latest election results are:
- RCPK: Realistische Conservatieve Partij Knootoss.: 69 (conservative) (government party)
- SLP: Sociaal-Liberale Partij: 63 (liberal)(government party)
- KGP: Knootiaanse Groene Partij: 62 (green)(opposition party)
- SP: Socialistische Partij: 4 (socialist)(opposition party)
- KEP: Knootiaanse Elven Partij: 1 (elvish interests)("opposition" party - follows RCPK)
- IP: Imperialistische Partij: 1 (imperialist)(opposition party)
Anthem of the Dutch Democratic Republic
The anthem of the Dutch Democratic Republic]can be downloaded in the 'downloads' section of this website
English not-so-literal translation: Anthem of the Dutch Democratic Republic of Knootoss
Bounded together in freedom and peace - we are Knootians!
One man for all, and all men for one - during the Shadow War.
Bounded together, one single future!
Building along in this beautiful land
Eternal plains stretch out in our polders
Human contraptions guarding our land
Living in freedom and equality
Welfare and justice go hand in hand
The real heroes labour in freedom
Together we shall stand
Original Dutch text: Volkslied van de Nederlandse Democratische Republiek Knootoss
Één volk tezamen in vrijheid en vrede - wij zijn Knootianen!
Één man voor allen, en allen voor één - tijdens de schaduwoorlog
Want voor de toekomst zijn wij samen
Bouwen we mee aan dit mooie land
Eeuwige vlaktes, in onze polders
Dijken en molens beschermen ons land
Leven in vrijheid en gelijkheid
Welvaart en recht gaan hier hand in hand
De echte helden werken in vrede
Samen houden wij gestand
English literal translation: Anthem of the Dutch Democratic Republic of Knootoss
One people together in freedom and peace - we are Knootians!
One man for all, and all for one - during the Shadow War.
As for the future, we are together
We are building together, this beautiful land
Eternal plains, in our polders
Dykes and windmills protect our land
Living in freedom and equality
Welfare and justice go hand in hand here
The real heroes work in peace
Together we stand
Knootian Cities
The Dutch Democratic Republic is highly urbanised. There are many cities in Knootoss, bust the most important cities are part of a giant 'network city' called Knootcap. Knootcap encompasses the west and centre of the country, including the old cities of The Hague (the centre of government), Amsterdam (the old capital), Rotterdam (the economic heart) and Utrecht.
Knootian Dependencies
- Knootian Colombia
- Ale-Yarok
- Nieuw-Nederland (small island)
- Netox
- Europolis - used to be a dependency. Is now owned by Tarasovka. Knootian base still exists.
International Organisations
- Knootian International Stabilisation Treaty - founder and host
- World Business Organization -member
- Martian Free Trade Agreement - signatory
- International Mediation Council
- Human Rights Council
- Valinon/Sunset/Knootoss Defense Pact
- A host of other bilateral agreements
Formerly member of:
Related articles
- The Knootian Economy
- Shadow War
- Knootian Defence Force
- Combat Application Engineered System for Advanced Response
- Nineteenth century Knootoss
- Order of the Invisible Hand <--- Recommended read
- Fourth Edolian War
