29th January 2024 daily Current Affairs
International Affairs
1. Corruption index: India ranks 93 out of 180 countries
- India ranked 93 out of 180 countries on the corruption perceptions index (CPI) for 2023, according to the latest report released by Transparency International.
- The index, which lists countries by their perceived levels of public sector corruption, ranked Denmark at the top, followed by Finland, New Zealand and Norway.
- In 2023, India’s overall score was 39 while in 2022, it was 40.
National Affairs
2. India nominates ‘Maratha Military Landscapes’ for 2024-25 UNESCO WHL
- The Ministry of Culture announced that India is nominating the ‘Maratha Military Landscape’ for inclusion in the UNESCO World Heritage List for the 2024-25 cycle, with a total of 12 components included in this nomination.
- Suvarnadurg Fort is a part of the historic ‘Maratha Military Landscape’.
- The ‘Maratha Military Landscapes’ represents extraordinary fortification and military system envisioned by the Maratha rulers, showcasing the vibrant history of India.
