Reports, surveys, rankings, indexes
Questions & Answers
Test your understanding of this current affair.
1
Which international organization publishes the annual 'Human Development Report (HDR)' featuring the Human Development Index (HDI)?
Answer:
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
2
Which organization publishes the annual 'Global Gender Gap Report' measuring gender equality across economic, political, health, and educational criteria?
Answer:
World Economic Forum (WEF)
3
Which report published by NITI Aayog measures the progress of Indian states and union territories towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?
Answer:
SDG India Index
4
Which global index published by Transparency International measures perceived levels of public sector corruption worldwide?
Answer:
Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI)
5
Which organization releases the annual 'World Happiness Report' evaluating national happiness based on life evaluations and social support?
Answer:
UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN)
6
Which international organization publishes the annual 'World Economic Outlook' report containing global macroeconomic forecasts?
Answer:
International Monetary Fund (IMF)
7
Which report compiled by NITI Aayog measures multidimensional poverty across health, education, and standard of living in India?
Answer:
National Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI)
8
Which organization publishes the annual 'Global Competitiveness Report' ranking economies based on productivity and long-term prosperity?
Answer:
World Economic Forum (WEF)
9
What is the primary focus of the 'Global Hunger Index (GHI)' published jointly by Concern Worldwide and Welthungerhilfe?
Answer:
To comprehensively measure and track hunger globally at regional, national, and country levels based on undernourishment, child wasting, stunting, and mortality
10
Which international institution publishes the flagship annual report titled 'World Development Report'?
Answer:
The World Bank
11
Which index released by NITI Aayog ranks Indian states and UTs based on their startup ecosystems and incubation support?
Answer:
States' Startup Ranking
12
Which organization publishes the annual 'Environmental Performance Index (EPI)' ranking countries on environmental health and ecosystem vitality?
Answer:
Yale University and Columbia University (in collaboration with WEF)
13
What is the primary focus of the 'Export Preparedness Index (EPI)' published by NITI Aayog?
Answer:
To examine export readiness and performance of Indian states across policy, business ecosystem, export performance, and infrastructure
14
Which global organization releases the annual 'World Press Freedom Index' evaluating media freedom across countries?
Answer:
Reporters Without Borders (RSF - Reporters Sans Frontières)
15
Which report published by the Reserve Bank of India provides a comprehensive assessment of the health and stability of India's banking sector?
Answer:
Financial Stability Report (FSR)
16
What is the primary purpose of the 'India Innovation Index' published periodically by NITI Aayog?
Answer:
To rank Indian states and UTs on their innovation ecosystem, enabling states to benchmark their performance
17
Which international organization publishes the annual 'Global Risks Report' ahead of the Davos Forum meeting?
Answer:
World Economic Forum (WEF)
18
Which index released by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs evaluates liveability across Indian cities based on economic, social, and physical pillars?
Answer:
Ease of Living Index (EoLI)
19
What does the 'Swachh Survekshan' survey conducted annually by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs rank?
Answer:
Urban cleanliness, waste management, and sanitation performance of cities and towns across India
20
Which international organization publishes the annual 'World Investment Report' focusing on global and regional foreign direct investment trends?
Answer:
United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
21
Which index published by the Ministry of Education ranks higher educational institutions in India across various parameters like teaching, research, and graduation outcomes?
Answer:
National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF)
22
What is the primary focus of the 'Global Innovation Index (GII)' published by WIPO in partnership with other institutes?
Answer:
To rank world economies based on their innovation capabilities, including institutions, human capital, research, and creative outputs
23
Which international organization publishes the flagship 'Global Report on Food Crises' highlighting acute food insecurity worldwide?
Answer:
Food Security Information Network (FSIN) / FAO and WFP
24
Which index released by NITI Aayog measures the overall health performance and incremental progress of Indian states?
Answer:
State Health Index
25
Which global report published by UNEP tracks the production and planned extraction of fossil fuels versus climate goals?
Answer:
Production Gap Report
26
What is the primary focus of the 'Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS)' report published in India?
Answer:
To assess logistics infrastructure, services, and supply chain efficiencies across Indian states and UTs
27
Which international organization publishes the annual 'World Social Report' addressing socio-economic development and global inequality?
Answer:
United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA)
28
Which index released by the Ministry of Jal Shakti evaluates water resource management and conservation across Indian states?
Answer:
Composite Water Management Index (CWMI)
29
Which global organization publishes the annual 'Global Education Monitoring (GEM) Report'?
Answer:
UNESCO
30
What is the primary focus of the 'Ease of Doing Business' index formerly published by the World Bank Group?
Answer:
To evaluate regulatory environments and business friendliness for domestic firms across 190 economies