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India Ranks 152nd in World Press Freedom Index 2026

Reporters Without Borders (RSF) released the 2026 World Press Freedom Index, where India is ranked 152nd out of 180 countries.

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2-Minute Summary (TL;DR)

  • India ranked 152nd in the 2026 World Press Freedom Index.
  • Published annually by Reporters Without Borders (RSF).
  • Norway ranked 1st in the index.
  • The index evaluates 180 countries based on five key indicators.

How This Topic is Tested in Competitive Exams

ExamFrequencyApprox. MarksWhat Gets Asked
UPSC / State PCSVery High10–20International relations is a core GS-II topic for UPSC. Bilateral agreements, multilateral bodies, and geopolitics are essential.
SSC (CGL / CHSL / MTS)Medium2–4International summits, treaties, and India's bilateral relations appear in SSC GK.
State PCS / PSCMedium3–5State PCS papers test India's role in international forums and bilateral trade ties.

What to Memorize from This Topic

  • Summit venue, participating nations, key outcomes, and India's stand
  • Bilateral agreements: India + partner country, subject area, signing date
  • Multilateral organizations: new members, leadership changes, major resolutions
  • India's position on key global issues: UN voting, climate, trade
  • Indices: Global Peace Index, Press Freedom Index, India's rank and change

Practice Questions

Q1. Which organization publishes the World Press Freedom Index?

  1. Amnesty International
  2. Reporters Without Borders
  3. Transparency International
  4. World Economic Forum

Explanation: The World Press Freedom Index is published by Reporters Without Borders (RSF).

Q2. Which country topped the World Press Freedom Index 2026?

  1. Finland
  2. Norway
  3. Denmark
  4. Switzerland

Explanation: Norway topped the 2026 World Press Freedom Index.

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How to Prepare International Affairs for Government Exams

Focus on India-centric news — India's bilateral visits, MoUs signed, and positions in international bodies. This is what domestic exams test.

For UPSC, understand geopolitical context: Why does India take a particular position? What is India's strategic interest?

Keep a running note of all G20, SCO, BRICS, and QUAD-related outcomes. These bodies generate 3–5 questions per major exam cycle.

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