📢 Too many exams? Don’t know which one suits you best? Book Your Free Expert 👉 call Now!

  • google app store apple app store
  • ✖

      Question

      According to the Climate Risk Index 2026, where does

      India rank among the most climate-affected countries during 1995–2024, and what were the estimated economic losses during this period?
      A 5th; USD 250 billion Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B 12th; USD 100 billion Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C 9th; USD 170 billion Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D 15th; USD 200 billion Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      E 8th; USD 150 billion Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      • The Climate Risk Index 2026 places India at the 9th position among the most climate-affected nations over the 1995–2024 period. • India suffered over 80,000 deaths and USD 170 billion in economic losses, driven by 430+ extreme eventsincluding heatwaves, floods, cyclones, and droughts. • These disasters impacted an estimated 1.3 billion people, with annual average losses reaching USD 5.6 billion, underscoring the severity of India’s climate vulnerability.

      Practice Next
      ask-question