Global Innovation Index 2021: Highlights

Current Context: 13th Global Innovation Index 2020 is released by WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organisation), Cornell University and INSEAD Business School.

• As per this index, India is ranked at position 48th in the list. India has also maintained a top position among central and southern Asia region. 
• India ranks top in 15 indicators like ICT, Exports, Government online services, R&D, Science and Engineering and many more. 
• The first position is marked by Switzerland, which is followed by Sweden and the US at second and third position respectively.
• Static Part: 
• HQ of WIPO: Geneva, Switzerland

Questions: 

Q.1 India ranked at what position in 13th Global Innovation Index 2020?
a. 35th
b. 48th
c. 25th
d. 59th

Q.2 Which country topped in 13th Global Innovation Index 2020?
a. Switzerland
b. Sweden
c. UK
d. US