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India ranks 140th in WEF’s gender gap index 2021

India has slipped 28 places to rank 140 among 156 countries in the Global Gender Gap Report 2021, by World Economic Forum. In 2020, India ranked 112th among 153 countries. Iceland has topped the index as the most gender-equal country in the world for the 12th time. Afghanistan is the worst-performing country in the report.

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South Asia:

  • India emerged as the third-worst performing country in South Asia.
  • Bangladesh is the best performer in South Asia.
  • Among India’s neighbours, Bangladesh ranked 65, Nepal 106, Pakistan 153, Afghanistan 156, Bhutan 130 and Sri Lanka 116.
  • In South Asia, only Pakistan and Afghanistan ranked below India.

Top 10 gender-equal country

  1. Iceland
  2. Finland
  3. Norway
  4. New Zealand
  5. Rwanda
  6. Sweden
  7. Namibia
  8. Lithuania
  9. Ireland
  10. Switzerland

Global Gender Gap Report

  • The Global Gender Gap Report 2021 is the 15th edition of the annual publication by WEF.
  • The Global Gender Gap Index was first introduced by the World Economic Forum in 2006 to compare countries’ gender gaps across four dimensions: economic opportunities, education, health and political leadership.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

  • World Economic Forum Headquarters: Cologny, Switzerland.
  • World Economic Forum Founder: Klaus Schwab.
  • World Economic Forum Founded: January 1971.

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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.

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