How has India performed in the global gender index according to the WEF report

The World Economic Forum (WEF) has released a report on the global gender index, reflecting India's ranking.
According to the WEF report, India's performance has been moderate in terms of gender equality. Here are the key points:
  • India ranks 140th out of 156 countries in the global gender index, which is one place higher than last year.
  • In terms of economic participation and opportunity, India ranks 149th, indicating a wide gender gap in this area.
  • In terms of educational attainment, India ranks 112th, with higher enrollment of women in primary, secondary, and tertiary education but significant gaps in literacy rates.
  • In terms of health and survival, India ranks 93rd, reflecting improvements in maternal mortality rates but a continuing preference for male children and a high prevalence of female infanticide.
  • In terms of political empowerment, India ranks 18th, with high levels of political participation and representation of women in parliament and ministerial positions.
Overall, while India has made some progress in terms of gender equality, there are still significant challenges that need to be addressed to ensure that women have equal opportunities and rights in all areas of life.
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