What is the rank of India in the Global Innovation Index 2025, released recently by the world intellectual property organisation?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) 38th

Explanation:
• India has shown a consistent rise in the Global Innovation Index (GII), reaching the 38th rank in 2025.
• The index is published annually by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
• India remains the top-ranked economy in the Central and Southern Asia region.

Information Booster:
• In 2015, India was ranked 81st; the jump signifies a robust innovation ecosystem.
• India is a global leader in ICT services exports and venture capital receipt.

Additional Knowledge:
39th (Option a)
• This was India's previous year (2024) rank.
36th (Option b)
• A potential future target as India improves in R&D investment.
35th (Option d)
• Incorrect for the 2025 report.

So the correct answer is (c)