What does the decision of partly free mean in the freedom house?

In Freedom House's classification, "partly free" refers to countries that have some political rights and civil liberties, but where these rights are limited or unevenly applied. This status typically indicates issues such as electoral irregularities, restrictions on freedom of expression, and challenges to the rule of law. While there may be some democratic processes in place, significant obstacles hinder the full realization of individual freedoms. Overall, it reflects a mixed state of governance and civil society.