India's performance in different global indices for 2023 and 2024 is of significant value to understanding its successes and failures. From climate change to human development, peace, and governance, these rankings reflect the country's diverse progress on the global scale.
1. Climate Change Performance Index 2023
India stands at the 7th position according to the Climate Change Performance Index 2023 of Germanwatch. It categorized countries under four parameters: greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, renewable energy, energy usage, and climate policy. An increased ranking in India reveals greater efforts from the nation on the cause of reducing carbon footprint, as more thrust is provided towards the area of renewable energy.
2. International IP Index 2024
India is ranked at 42nd position in International IP Index 2024, which has remained the same. Published by the American Chamber of Commerce, the index aims to improve the environment for innovation by enforcing intellectual property standards. India's ranking indicates that there's still a need to strengthen intellectual property protections.
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3. Global Soft Power Index 2024
India ranks 29th in the Global Soft Power Index 2024 by Brand Finance, dropping slightly from 28th in 2023. This index evaluates national perceptions and soft power, offering an in-depth look at how countries address global challenges. India’s rank indicates that it continues to influence the world but faces competition in the diplomatic, cultural, and political arenas.
4. Human Development Index (2023-2024)
According to the United Nations Development Programme, India ranks 13th in the Human Development Index for 2023-2024. The Human Development Index measures countries based on health, knowledge, and living standards. India's good ranking reflects improvements in education and healthcare, though disparities exist in certain regions.
5. Henley Passport Index 2024
India ranks 84 on the Henley Passport Index 2024 and reflects the number of countries Indian passport holders can visit without a visa. India, on its part, does possess a passport that unlocks various countries, but these cannot be compared to that of other world powers.
6. Gender Inequality Index 2022
India ranks 129th in the Gender Inequality Index 2022, compiled by UNDP. The index measures gender inequality across reproductive health, empowerment, and labor markets. Despite advancements in women’s rights, India still faces significant gender disparities, highlighting the need for continued efforts in gender equality.
7. Future Prospects Index 2024
India ranks 35 in the Future Prospects Index 2024, an international research that predicts trends and monitors how countries adapt to global changes. India's high ranking gives a hint of optimism about the country's ability to grow and become better in the coming years, thus attracting governmental as well as private sector investments.
8. World Happiness Report 2024
India ranks 126 in the World Happiness Report 2024, which was released by the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN). It indicates moderate happiness levels among the citizens of India. This report considers life evaluations, social support, and economic data to indicate areas that India needs to work on to improve the well-being of its citizens.
9. Global Terrorism Index 2024
India ranks 14th in the Global Terrorism Index 2024. The report assesses the impact of terrorism in 163 countries based on incidents, deaths, injuries, and hostage-taking. India's ranking reflects the challenges terrorism has been causing in the region.
10. Global Innovation Index 2024
India ranks 39th in the Global Innovation Index 2024 which was published by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) which measures innovation-driven social and economic changes, where, India has been performing fairly well in the technology space and research areas but its innovation ecosystem remains underdeveloped.
11. Global Hunger Index 2024
India ranks 105th in the Global Hunger Index 2024, which is an indicator of how well countries are doing in addressing hunger. Despite all the efforts to address food insecurity, India still has challenges in ensuring adequate nutrition for all its citizens.
12. Global Competitiveness Index
India ranks 40th in the Global Competitiveness Index. The index measures how countries manage their capabilities to create long-term value and highlights both strengths and areas for improvement in India's competitiveness.
13. Global Peace Index 2024
India ranks 116th in the Global Peace Index 2024, which assesses the level of peace in a country through social security, conflict, and militarization. The ranking of India indicates its failure to ensure peace at home and in the international arena.
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14. Corruption Perceptions Index 2023
India stands at 93 in the Corruption Perceptions Index 2023 of Transparency International. There is a lot to do on the governmental level to eliminate corruption. India needs strong anti-corruption measures.
15. World Press Freedom Index 2024
In the World Press Freedom Index 2024, India stands at 159th, which is a matter of grave concern for the freedom of the press and the freedom of the media.
| Serial Number | Publisher | India's Rank | Description |
| Climate Change Performance Index 2023 | Germanwatch | 7th rank | Assesses climate performance based on GHG emissions, renewable energy, energy use, and climate policy. |
| International IP Index 2024 | American Chamber of Commerce | 42nd position | Aims to enhance the environment for innovation by enforcing intellectual property standards. |
| Global Soft Power Index 2024 | Brand Finance | 29th rank (28th in 2023) | Analyzes national brand perceptions and changing global influence. |
| Human Development Index (2023-2024) | UNDP | 13th place | Measures performance in health, knowledge, and standard of living. |
| Henley Passport Index 2024 | IATA | 84th rank | Ranks countries based on visa-free travel access. |
| Gender Inequality Index 2022 | UNDP | 129th position | Measures gender inequality in reproductive health, empowerment, and labor markets. |
| Future Prospects Index 2024 | Newsweek Vantage and Horizon Group | 35th rank | Analyzes global trends and future prospects for countries. |
| World Happiness Report 2024 | SDSN | 126th rank | Assesses happiness based on life satisfaction, economic and social data. |
| Global Terrorism Index 2024 | IEP | 14th rank | Evaluates the impact of terrorism based on incidents, deaths, injuries, and hostage numbers. |
| Global Innovation Index 2024 | WIPO | 39th place | Measures innovation-driven social and economic change. |
| Global Hunger Index 2024 | World Concern | 105th | Evaluates how well countries are tackling hunger. |
| Global Competitiveness Index | IMD | 40th rank | Assesses the management of capabilities for long-term value. |
| Global Peace Index 2024 | IEP | 116th | Measures peace in terms of social security, conflict, and militarization. |
| Corruption Perceptions Index 2023 | Transparency International | 93rd | Ranks countries by the level of public sector corruption. |
| World Press Freedom Index 2024 | RSF | 159th rank | Compares press freedom levels across countries. |
India’s diverse performance across these indices underscores both its progress and areas that need further attention. By addressing challenges in governance, peace, and gender equality, India can improve its global standing and foster sustainable growth.
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