Codes and Frequencies
Description
ETHNICLA indicates a person's ethnic group within Laos.
Comparability — General
The 1995 and 2015 samples have detailed ethnic groups identified, while the 2005 sample has few aggregated groups. The different aggregated groups in 2005 are classified as 'Other' variables.
The question was asked only to Laotian citizens in 1995 and 2015 and to all persons in 2005.
Universe
- Laos 1995: Persons who have Lao citizenship
- Laos 2005: All persons
- Laos 2015: Persons who have Lao citizenship
Availability
- Laos: 1995, 2005, 2015