In Global Innovation Index rankings 2017, India has secured the ______________ position.

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) 60th.
· In the Global Innovation Index (GII) rankings for 2017, India secured the 60th position among 130 economies globally.
· This ranking reflected India’s improvement in innovation capabilities and outcomes, partly driven by initiatives aimed at fostering entrepreneurship and technology advancements.
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· Global Innovation Index: Published by INSEAD, the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), and Cornell University, this index ranks countries based on their innovation performance.
· Innovation Inputs and Outputs: The GII evaluates innovation based on input (institutions, human capital, infrastructure) and output indicators (knowledge, technology, and creative goods).
· India’s Progress: India improved its GII ranking over time, advancing further in the subsequent years due to sustained efforts in research, digital innovation, and start-up ecosystems.
· Top Countries in 2017: Switzerland, Sweden, and the Netherlands were among the top-ranked countries in the GII 2017.