India Ranks 96th in Corruption Perceptions Index 2024
India Ranks 96th in Corruption Perceptions Index 2024 | Transparency International Report
ЁЯУв IndiaтАЩs Rank in Corruption Perceptions Index 2024
- India ranked 96 out of 180 countries in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2024, released by Transparency International on February 11, 2025.
- India's CPI score dropped to 38, compared to 39 in 2023 and 40 in 2022.
- Denmark topped the list as the least corrupt nation, followed by Finland and Singapore.
ЁЯУК India & Neighboring Countries in CPI 2024
- India тАУ Rank 96 (Score: 38)
- Pakistan тАУ Rank 135
- Sri Lanka тАУ Rank 121
- Bangladesh тАУ Rank 149
- China тАУ Rank 76
ЁЯМН Global Corruption Trends
- 32 countries have significantly reduced corruption levels since 2012.
- However, 148 countries have either remained stagnant or worsened in corruption levels.
- The global average CPI score remains at 43, with over two-thirds of nations scoring below 50.
тЪа Corruption & Climate Crisis
- Corruption is a major obstacle to effective climate action.
- Funds meant for reducing emissions and protecting vulnerable populations are often misused or stolen.
- High-ranking countries in CPI still support fossil-fuel companies and attract illicit funds.
ЁЯФО Key Takeaways from CPI 2024
- Corruption undermines democracy, human rights, and stability.
- Global efforts are needed to combat financial crimes, political corruption, and climate-related fraud.
- Transparency International urges governments to make anti-corruption measures a long-term priority.
ЁЯУЪ Why This Matters for Competitive Exams?
- Important for UPSC, SSC, Banking, and State PSC exams.
- Useful for GS (General Studies), Current Affairs, and International Reports sections.
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