Arrange the following countries in descending order of HDI value in 2021 as per the Human Development Report.
(A) Switzerland
(B) Australia
(C) Norway
(D) Germany
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → (A), (C), (B), (D)
Note: We are explaining the HDI figures as given in the latest NCERT book (2026-27) here for the benefit of students, as a similar question may be asked in CUET 2027.
NCERT (2026-27): Fundamentals of Human Geography — Appendix I: Human Development Index, 2025
Appendix I: Human Development Index, 2025 (HDI value 2023) – Australia, Germany, Norway and Switzerland |
