Global Peace Index 2021: Key Facts

Current Context: The Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) of Sydney announced the 15th Global Peace Index (GPI).

• The GPI is the measure of global peacefulness across the world.
• As per the index, India is ranked at 135th position in GPI among 163 independent states and territories.
• The score of India in GPI is 2.553 and it means ‘Low State of Peace’ category.
• The index is topped by Iceland and is thus termed to be the most peaceful country in the world.
• The 2nd and 3rd ranks are marked by New Zealand and Denmark respectively.
• The countries are ranked by considering 23 indicators in 3 domains of societal safety and security, ongoing domestic and international conflicts, and degree of militarization.

Questions: 

Q.1 What is the rank of India in the Global Peace Index (GPI)?
a. 143rd
b. 155th
c. 135th
d. 114th

Q.2 Which country topped Global Peace Index (GPI)?
a. Iceland
b. Denmark
c. New Zealand
d. Norway