UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 35
Which of the following gives 'Global Gender Gap Index' ranking to the countries of the world ?
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Correct answer: A
Correct Option: A
Explanation: The World Economic Forum publishes the annual Global Gender Gap Index comparing gender parity across economic participation, education, health and political empowerment.
Option-wise Analysis:
A: Correct - Correct-the World Economic Forum compiles the Global Gender Gap Index.
B: Incorrect - The UN Human Rights Council does not publish this ranking.
C: Incorrect - UN Women works on gender equality, but the Global Gender Gap Index is a WEF report.
D: Incorrect - WHO reports health statistics, not this cross-sector gender parity index.