Current Affairs - National - Discussion

India was ranked 157th out of 180 countries in the 2026 World Press Freedom Index published by Reporters Without Borders (RSF). The country received a global score of 31.96 in the annual assessment. The index evaluates press freedom conditions across nations using factors such as political context, legal framework, economic conditions, sociocultural environment, and journalist safety. Published annually since 2002, the index highlights the operational environment for media organisations and journalists worldwide. Norway secured the top position in the 2026 rankings, while Eritrea ranked last. RSF, headquartered in Paris, France, is an international non-profit organisation dedicated to protecting freedom of information and journalists’ rights globally.