UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2017

Which of the following gives 'Global Gender Gap Index' ranking to the countries of the world?

  1. World Economic Forum
  2. UN Human Rights Council
  3. UN Women
  4. World Health Organization

Answer

Correct Answer

World Economic Forum

Explanation

The Global Gender Gap Index is published annually by the World Economic Forum (WEF), ranking countries on gender-based gaps in economic participation, education, health, and political empowerment.

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