15 FEB 2023

Happiest Countries In The World

DRISTI SHARMA

Since 2002, the World Happiness Report has used statistical analysis to determine the world's happiest countries. 

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wORLD HAPPINESS INdex

2023 REPORT

Like every year, the list of countries topping the chart in 2022 wasn't that surprising.

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1. FINLAND

The country has been on top for the last five years. Experts credit it to the communal peace and freedom, and minimal suspicion of government corruption.

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2. denmark

The beautiful country of Denmark is Number 2. Reason? Great healthcare, equality and also people-welfare systems.

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3. ICELAND


The country lies in the midst of nature, with breathtaking scenery everywhere. Healthcare and people's understanding of basic civic rights put Iceland on No 3.

4. Switzerland

Switzerland, in fourth place, is a new inclusion among the top five compared to the previous year. Why? A high median salary, life expectancy and excellent healthcare.

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5. THE Netherlands

The country  for known its tulip fields, windmills and cycling routes , The Netherlands grabbed a spot in Top 5 this year for its low corruption rate. 

6. Luxembourg

Luxembourg's ranking is improving every year, with people visiting it more and more. Improved economic conditions is why Luxembourg is in the Top 10.

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7. Sweden 

Factors like a good-work life balance and gender equality contributed to Sweden's position as one of the happiest countries in the world.

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8, 9, 10

8. Norway ranks 8 on the list
9. New Zealand is on the 9th position; and the only non-European nation in Top 10
10. Austria

wHAT IS iNIDA'S RANK?

This year, India ranked 136th, which is an improvement compared to its 139th position last year.

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