Global Indices — Set 7
World Organizations · वैश्विक सूचकांक · Questions 61–70 of 70
Which organization publishes the 'World Economic Outlook'?
Correct Answer: B. IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) publishes the World Economic Outlook (WEO) report. It provides analysis of global economic developments and projections for the future. It is usually released twice a year, in April and October.
The 'Global Innovation Index' (GII) is published by WIPO in partnership with which business school?
Correct Answer: B. INSEAD
The Global Innovation Index is co-published by WIPO, Cornell University, and the INSEAD business school. It ranks nations according to their innovation ecosystem and output. It serves as a benchmark for measuring a country's creative and technological capacity.
Which body publishes the 'Democracy Index' annually?
Correct Answer: A. Economist Intelligence Unit
The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) publishes the Democracy Index. It provides a snapshot of the state of democracy worldwide. Countries are categorized as full democracies, flawed democracies, hybrid regimes, or authoritarian regimes.
Which international organization produces the 'Inclusive Development Index'?
Correct Answer: B. World Economic Forum
The World Economic Forum releases the Inclusive Development Index. It aims to measure economic progress more broadly than just using GDP. It emphasizes that growth should be equitable and sustainable for all citizens.
Which entity publishes the 'Global Energy Transition Index'?
Correct Answer: B. World Economic Forum
The World Economic Forum (WEF) publishes the Global Energy Transition Index. It benchmarks 115 countries on their current energy system performance and the readiness of their enabling environment. It helps nations identify gaps in their move toward sustainable energy.
Which organization publishes the 'Henley Passport Index'?
Correct Answer: B. Henley & Partners
Henley & Partners publishes the Henley Passport Index using data from IATA. It ranks world passports based on the number of destinations holders can access without a prior visa. It is considered a standard reference for global mobility and citizenship.
Which organization releases the 'World Air Quality Report'?
Correct Answer: A. IQAir
IQAir, a Swiss air quality technology company, releases the World Air Quality Report. It tracks the levels of PM2.5 air pollution in cities and countries around the world. The report serves as a warning on the rising levels of global urban pollution.
The 'Global Firepower Index', which ranks countries based on their military strength, is published by which organization?
Correct Answer: C. GlobalFirepower.com
The Global Firepower Index is published annually by GlobalFirepower.com, a privately-operated defense information website. It ranks over 140 countries based on more than 50 factors including military personnel, weapons, resources, and financial capabilities for assessing war-making potential.
Which organization publishes the 'World Press Freedom Index' that ranks countries based on the level of freedom available to journalists?
Correct Answer: B. Reporters Without Borders (RSF)
The correct answer is Reporters Without Borders (RSF). Reporters Without Borders (RSF - Reporters Sans Frontières) publishes the annual World Press Freedom Index. It ranks 180 countries and territories based on the level of freedom available to the media, covering political context, legal framework, and safety of journalists. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
The 'Global Hunger Index' (GHI) uses four indicators to measure hunger. Which of the following is NOT one of the four indicators?
Correct Answer: D. Infant Mortality Rate
The correct answer is Infant Mortality Rate. The Global Hunger Index uses four indicators: undernourishment (insufficient caloric intake), child wasting (low weight-for-height), child stunting (low height-for-age), and child mortality (under-5 mortality rate). Infant mortality rate (under-1) is not used; it is the under-5 mortality rate. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.