In the Corruption Perception Index (CPI) for 2023, Bharat has secured the 93rd position out of 180 countries, as reported by Transparency International, a global civil society organization. This marks a decline from its 85th position in 2022, with the drop attributed to global movements. Despite the decrease in rank, Bharat’s score only fell by one point, settling at 39 on a scale of zero to 100, where higher scores indicate cleaner governance.
Global Rankings and Denmark’s Continued Dominance
Denmark has maintained its position at the top of the CPI for the sixth consecutive year, securing a score of 90. Finland and New Zealand follow closely, securing the second and third ranks with scores of 87 and 85, respectively. On the other end of the spectrum, Somalia occupies the last position, with countries like Venezuela, Syria, South Sudan, and Yemen also ranking low due to prolonged crises, including armed conflicts.
Bharat’s Score Decline and Reasons Behind It
Bharat’s slight drop in score from 40 to 39 in the current index is noted by Transparency International. However, the organization emphasizes that these fluctuations are minimal, making it challenging to draw firm conclusions about any significant changes. The report highlights concerns about a narrowing of civic space in Bharat, particularly with the passage of the Telecommunications Bill, raising potential threats to fundamental rights ahead of upcoming elections.
Global Scenario and Stagnation in Fighting Corruption
Transparency International underscores that the CPI-2023 results indicate minimal progress in addressing public sector corruption globally. The average global score remains unchanged at 43 for the twelfth consecutive year, with over two-thirds of countries scoring below 50. This suggests a persistent challenge in combating corruption on a global scale.
Asia-Pacific Region and Bharat’s Standing
In the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, the average CPI score has remained stagnant at 45 for five consecutive years. India’s score of 39 falls below this regional average. Notable scores in the Asia-Pacific region include New Zealand at rank three with a score of 85, while Singapore and Australia secured ranks five and fourteen with scores of 83 and 75, respectively. Bharat’s neighbors, Pakistan and China, scored 29 (rank 133) and 42 (rank 76), respectively, in CPI-2023.
In conclusion, Bharat’s position in the Corruption Perception Index reflects both global trends and specific concerns within the country, signaling the need for continued efforts to address corruption and safeguard fundamental rights.
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