Corruption index News
India ranked 96 out of 180 countries in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2024, with its score dropping to 38 from 39 in 2023. Denmark remained the least corrupt nation, followed by Finland and Singapore, while Pakistan (135), Sri Lanka (121), Bangladesh (149), and China (76) struggled with corruption. The report highlighted corruption’s impact on climate action, misuse of funds, and the role of financial hubs in illicit transactions. It warned that corruption fuels democratic decline, instability, and human rights abuses, urging global efforts to tackle the issue.
South Sudan is the most corrupt nation.
New Zealand is among the best-performing countries.
India’s ranking in the Corruption Perception Index 2018 released by Transparency International, has improved 3 places compared to last year and we now stand at 78th position out of 180 countries.
Read the list of the top- and bottom-ranked 10 nations -- on graft watchdog Transparency International`s 2015 Corruption Perceptions Index, published Wednesday.
In India's neighbourhood, China moved to 100th place, down from 80th last year, while Pakistan and Nepal were at 126th position.
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