Global Indices — Set 5
World Organizations · वैश्विक सूचकांक · Questions 41–50 of 70
The 'Network Readiness Index' (NRI) is released by which institute?
Correct Answer: C. Portulans Institute
The Portulans Institute now publishes the Network Readiness Index. It was previously co-published by the World Economic Forum. The index ranks countries on their ability to exploit opportunities offered by information and communications technology.
Which entity publishes the 'Global e-Waste Monitor'?
Correct Answer: D. United Nations University
The United Nations University (UNU), through its SCYCLE program, publishes the Global e-Waste Monitor. It provides the most comprehensive data on the global generation and management of electronic waste. The report highlights the environmental and health impacts of improper e-waste disposal.
The 'Global Hunger Index' uses child wasting as an indicator. What does 'wasting' mean?
Correct Answer: C. Low weight for height
Child wasting refers to low weight for height. It indicates acute undernutrition, often caused by recent and severe weight loss. In contrast, 'stunting' refers to low height for age, indicating chronic undernutrition.
Which organization releases the 'Global Food Security Index'?
Correct Answer: D. Economist Impact
Economist Impact (part of The Economist Group) publishes the Global Food Security Index. It evaluates food security across dimensions like affordability, availability, and quality. The index is sponsored by companies like Corteva Agriscience.
The 'World Social Protection Report' is a product of which body?
Correct Answer: C. International Labour Organization
The International Labour Organization (ILO) publishes this report. It provides a global overview of recent developments in social protection systems. The report monitors progress towards universal social protection coverage as part of the SDGs.
Which entity releases the 'Financial Secrecy Index'?
Correct Answer: D. Tax Justice Network
The Tax Justice Network publishes the Financial Secrecy Index. It ranks jurisdictions according to their secrecy and the scale of their offshore financial activities. The index highlights the role of tax havens in facilitating illicit financial flows.
The 'Global Pension Index' is a joint collaboration involving which firm?
Correct Answer: B. Mercer
Mercer, along with the CFA Institute, publishes the Global Pension Index. It compares retirement income systems across the world. The index evaluates systems based on their adequacy, sustainability, and integrity.
Which organization publishes the 'Tobacco Control Scale' for European countries?
Correct Answer: B. European Cancer Leagues
The Association of European Cancer Leagues (ECL) publishes the Tobacco Control Scale. It ranks countries based on their implementation of tobacco control policies. This tool aims to encourage governments to strengthen their public health measures against smoking.
The 'Global Rights Index' which ranks countries on labor rights is released by?
Correct Answer: B. International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC)
The ITUC releases the Global Rights Index annually. It documents violations of internationally recognized collective labor rights. The index ranks countries on a scale of 1 to 5 based on their adherence to worker protections.
Which body releases the 'World Air Quality Report' based on PM2.5 data?
Correct Answer: A. IQAir
IQAir, a Swiss air quality technology company, releases the World Air Quality Report. It aggregates data from thousands of monitoring stations globally. The report identifies the world's most and least polluted cities and countries.