Network Readiness Index 2025: USA Tops; India Ranks 45th

Current Context: On 4 February 2026, the Portulans Institute released the Network Readiness Index 2025. The USA topped the list, followed by Finland, Denmark, and Sweden, showcasing strong digital ecosystems.

• India ranked 45th among 127 economies, climbing 4 places from 2024 with a score of 54.43/100.
• India excelled globally in telecom investment, AI publications, ICT services exports, and e‑commerce legislation.
• It also performed well in digital infrastructure and innovation capacity, strengthening its global tech profile.
• However, India lagged in privacy (101st), gender divide (96th), and governance indicators, highlighting policy challenges.

Question:

Q.1 India’s rank in the Network Readiness Index 2025 among 127 economies is:
a) 40th
b) 42nd
c) 45th
d) 48th

Answer: c) India ranked 45th out of 127 economies in NRI 2025.