Question: What is the rank of India in the recently released Chandler Good Government Index 2021?
a) 49
b)50
c)51
d) None of the above
Ans: a
Context
- Chandler Good Governance Index (CGGI) report 2021 was released recently by the Chandler Institute of Governance which is a private nonprofit organization headquartered in Singapore.
Facts
- The Index classifies 104 countries in terms of government capabilities and outcomes.
- The index is prepared based on seven pillars namely leadership and foresight, strong institutions, robust laws and policies, attractive market place, financial stewardship, helping people rise, global influence and reputation.
- Finland topped the ranking following Switzerland, Singapore, Netherlands, Denmark and Norway.
- India was ranked at 49th Position.
- Pakistan was ranked at 90th place, Sri Lanka at 74th and Nepal at 92nd.
- Among BRICS countries China ranked 140th, Brazil at 67th, Russia at 48th, South Africa at 70th.
About Chandler Good Governance Index
- It aims to strengthen public institutional capacity through research, training and advise. Also it supports governments and public officers world wide in building the nation.
By kameshwar shukla
Reference: https://chandlergovernmentindex.com/country-rankings/