Why is it in the news?
Report released on International Day of Happiness.
It ranks countries based on well-being indicators.
Category: Misc
Important Points:
● Finland ranked happiest country for 9th consecutive year
● India ranked 116 out of 147 countries
● Afghanistan ranked lowest globally
● Rankings based on GDP, social support, health and freedom
● Uses Cantril Ladder for life evaluation
● No English-speaking country in top 10
● Moderate social media use linked with higher well-being
● Report released by Oxford Wellbeing Research Centre
● Published in partnership with UN SDSN and Gallup