Global Corruption Index Reveals Troubling Trends

Transparency International's 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index highlights worsening corruption worldwide, with Denmark maintaining its top spot and South Sudan ranked as the most corrupt.

Denmark ranked as the least corrupt country for the seventh consecutive year, scoring 90 out of 100, while South Sudan ranked last with a score of 8.
India dropped to 96th place with a score of 38, marking a decline from its previous rank of 93 and score of 39 in 2023.
Major powers like the United States, France, and Germany experienced significant declines in their rankings, with concerns over judicial independence and political transparency cited as key factors.
The report warns that corruption is undermining global climate action, with funds for climate initiatives at risk of embezzlement and undue private influence obstructing policy progress.
Transparency International noted that 47 countries recorded their lowest scores since 2012, with two-thirds of countries scoring below 50, indicating persistent global challenges in combating corruption.