🌍 Global Peace Index 2025: Iceland Tops Again, India Slips to 115th

The 2025 Global Peace Index (GPI) by the Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP) highlights a mixed global peace scenario. Iceland retains its position as the world’s most peaceful country for the 18th consecutive year, thanks to low crime, minimal militarisation, and high social trust. Other top-ranked nations include Ireland (2nd), New Zealand (3rd), Austria (4th), Switzerland (5th), and Singapore (6th)—with Singapore being the only Asian country in the top 10.

India ranks 115th, reflecting ongoing challenges such as regional disputes, urban crime, and internal social tensions. Despite cultural richness, these factors hinder its peace score. The rankings also underline how governance, equality, and community trust contribute significantly to peaceful societies.

📍 One-Liner Q&A (with Static GK)

1. Which country topped the Global Peace Index (GPI) 2025?
   – Iceland
2. For how many consecutive years has Iceland been ranked the most peaceful country?
   – 18 years (since 2008)
3. Which organisation releases the Global Peace Index?
   – Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP)
4. Which country ranked 2nd in GPI 2025?
   – Ireland
5. What rank did New Zealand achieve in GPI 2025?
   – 3rd
6. Which European country secured the 4th position in GPI 2025?
   – Austria
7. Which neutral European country ranked 5th in GPI 2025?
   – Switzerland
8. Which Asian country is the only one in the GPI 2025 Top 10?
   – Singapore (ranked 6th)
9. What is India’s rank in the Global Peace Index 2025?
   – 115th
10. Name the three main factors considered in the Global Peace Index ranking.
    – Peace, governance, social trust, and security
11. Which Nordic country outside Iceland appears in the top 10 for GPI 2025?
    – Finland (ranked 10th) and Denmark (ranked 8th)
12. Which city hosts the headquarters of the Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP)?
    – Sydney, Australia