Categories: Ranks & Reports

India ranks 111 in Human Freedom Index 2020

A worldwide ranking of civil, economic and personal freedom, the Human Freedom Index 2020 was released. India was placed at the 111th spot out of 162 countries. In 2019, India ranked 94 on the index.

The first three spots have been bagged by New Zealand, Switzerland and Hong Kong. The United States and the United Kingdom are tied at the 17th spot on the index. War-torn Syria ranked the last on the list.

WARRIOR 4.0 | Banking Awareness Batch for SBI, RRB, RBI and IBPS Exams | Bilingual | Live Class

Facts related to India:

  • India’s scored 6.30 out of 10 in personal freedom and 6.56 in economic freedom. The country’s overall human freedom score was 6.43.
  • However, India has been ranked ahead of China and Bangladesh, which ranked 129 and 139 on the 2020 index respectively.

About Human Freedom Index:

Human Freedom Index was published by American think tank Cato Institute and Fraser Institute in Canada. The index takes into account 76 indicators of personal, civil, and economic freedoms to rank 162 countries from 2008 to 2018. The institutes noted that the world has seen a notable decline in personal freedom since 2008.

Find More Ranks and Reports Here

Sumit Arora

As a team lead and current affairs writer at Adda247, I am responsible for researching and producing engaging, informative content designed to assist candidates in preparing for national and state-level competitive government exams. I specialize in crafting insightful articles that keep aspirants updated on the latest trends and developments in current affairs. With a strong emphasis on educational excellence, my goal is to equip readers with the knowledge and confidence needed to excel in their exams. Through well-researched and thoughtfully written content, I strive to guide and support candidates on their journey to success.

Recent Posts

Archaeological Survey of India Restoration Project at Konark Sun Temple Explained

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has started the important conservation operation at the Konark…

10 mins ago

Which River is known for Forming the Largest River Island in the World?

River islands are special landforms that form inside rivers when soil, sand, and small rocks…

44 mins ago

UK Tobacco and Vapes Bill Explained: Ban for Those Born After 2009

UK Parliament has approved the Tobacco and Vapes Bill which will permanently ban the individuals…

50 mins ago

RBI Maintains Repo Rate at 5.25% Amid Global Economic Uncertainty

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has decided to keep the repo rate unchanged at…

2 hours ago

Which Countries Do Not Have Presidents? Check the Names Here

In today's world, most countries have a president as their leader. But not all nations…

3 hours ago

India’s New Online Gaming Rules Kick In from May 1, 2026 –  What to Expect

To regulate the rapidly growing the online gaming sector India has introduced new rules to…

3 hours ago