India has been ranked 49th in the Chandler Good Government Index (CGGI),which classifies 104 countries in terms of government capabilities and outcomes.

Key Points :

• Civil service innovation and capacity building is a key focus for the Indian government. The Chandler Good Government Index shows the importance of measuring and investing in governance capabilities that matter.
• It highlights a key need for ‘pracademics’ in government – people who combine a rigorous understanding of research and data with a practical and grounded sense of what governments need to do to succeed.”
• Finlandhas topped the CGGI list, in which each country is measured across over 50 open data points.
• The index focuses on seven pillars: leadership and foresight; robust laws and policies; strong institutions; financial stewardship; attractive marketplace; global influence and reputation; and helping people rise.