SSC Stenographer 2025 PYQ — Question 2

SSC Stenographer - 08 Aug 2025 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q2

What is the score of India in Corruption Perception Index published by Transparency International? 

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

Answer: 38

Explanation: India scored 38 in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), which is published annually by Transparency International. The CPI measures perceived levels of public sector corruption on a scale from 0 (highly corrupt) to 100 (very clean). India’s score of 38 indicates a moderate level of perceived corruption.

Additional Key Points:

CPI ranks countries based on expert assessments and opinion surveys.

A higher score indicates lower corruption levels.

India’s rank usually falls in the mid-range among participating countries.

The index is widely used by policymakers, researchers, and organizations worldwide.

Potential Exam-Oriented Questions & Answers:

Question: Which organization publishes the Corruption Perceptions Index?
Answer: Transparency International

Question: What does a higher CPI score indicate?
Answer: Lower levels of corruption

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