What is the rank of India in the Climate Change Performance Index 2025 published by Germanwatch, New Climate Institute, and Climate Action Network International?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is: (B) 10th

• In the Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) 2025, India was ranked 10th globally.

• The index is jointly published by Germanwatch, NewClimate Institute, and Climate Action Network International, and it evaluates the climate performance of countries contributing to over 90% of global greenhouse gas emissions.

• India was recognized as a high-performing country, particularly in the Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Energy Use categories.

• India has consistently improved its CCPI rank in recent years due to:

  • Ambitious targets under the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs)

  • Expansion of renewable energy capacity, especially solar

  • Reduction in per capita emissions

• The first three positions in the index are intentionally left vacant as no country met the criteria for "very high" overall performance.

• India's climate policies were noted as moderately effective, while its energy transition and emission trends remain positive.

• The CCPI ranks 63 countries plus the EU, across four main categories:

  • Greenhouse Gas Emissions

  • Renewable Energy

  • Energy Use

  • Climate Policy

• Top performers in CCPI 2025 included Denmark, Estonia, and the Philippines.

• India remains the only G20 country among the top 10, highlighting its relatively low per capita emissions and strong political commitments toward climate action.