India Ranks 79th place in Rule of Law Index Ranking 2024

Current Context: The 2024 Rule of Law Index was released by the World Justice Project (WJP) on October 23, 2024. India ranks 79th out of 142 countries in this index.

• Here are some key details:
• Top Country: Denmark holds the top spot as the country with the highest rule of law.
• India's Performance: India ranks 60th in constraints on government powers and 44th in open government, but faces challenges in fundamental rights (102nd), order and security (98th), and criminal justice efficiency (82nd).
• Regional Comparison: Within South Asia, India ranks third, following Nepal (69th) and Sri Lanka (75th).
• Global Trends: The report highlights a global decline in the rule of law for the seventh consecutive year, with improvements seen in some areas like corruption and criminal justice.

Question:

1 What is India's overall rank in the 2024 Rule of Law Index among 142 countries?

• A) 69th
• B) 70th
• C) 88th
• D) 79th

Answer: D) India ranks 79th out of 142 countries in the 2024 Rule of Law Index, reflecting its performance across multiple categories, including government powers, open government, and fundamental rights.