News– The World Happiness Report 2025 was recently released, ranking countries based on the happiness and well-being of their citizens. World Happiness Report 2025.
About World Happiness Report 2025
- It is an annual global assessment that ranks countries based on life satisfaction and happiness levels.
- It considers both statistical data and public perception to evaluate overall well-being.
- Published by– Wellbeing Research Centre at the University of Oxford in partnership with Gallup, the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network and an independent editorial board.
- Criteria for Ranking– The ranking is based on six key indicators- social support, GDP per capita, health life expectancy, freedom, generosity and perception of corruption.
Key Findings of the Report
Global happiness trends
- Western and Nordic countries continue to dominate the rankings.
- Costa Rica (6th) and Mexico (10th) entered the top 10 for the first time.
- The U.S. (24th) and the U.K. (23rd) dropped in rankings due to rising loneliness and dissatisfaction.
Top & Bottom ranked nations
- Top 3 countries: Finland (1st), Denmark (2nd), Iceland (3rd)
- Bottom 3 countries: Afghanistan (147th), Sierra Leone, Lebanon.
India’s ranking
- India ranked 118th out of 147 countries.
- It ranked below Pakistan (109th) and Nepal (92nd).
