India secured 49th place in the Network Readiness Index 2024

Current Context: On November 21, 2024, the Network Readiness Index (NRI) 2024 was released by the Portulans Institute in collaboration with Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford.

• The report highlighted India's significant progress in digital and technological capabilities, securing the 49th position, an improvement of 11 places from its 60th position in 2023.
• The United States topped the ranking, reflecting its strong network readiness infrastructure and capabilities.
• This advancement underscores India's continuous efforts towards enhancing its digital infrastructure and bridging the digital divide.

Question:

1 What position did India secure in the Network Readiness Index (NRI) 2024?

• A) 60th
• B) 45th
• C) 47th
• D) 49th

Answer: D) India secured the 49th position in the NRI 2024, which was an improvement of 11 places from its 60th position in 2023.