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Notably, India has shown a slight improvement in its GPI ranking. In 2023, India is ranked 126th out of 163 countries with an overall score of 2.31. In previous rankings, India was ranked 139th in GPI 2020 and 141st in GPI 2019.

The Global Peace Index (GPI) measures the state of peace in three main areas: safety and security in societies, ongoing domestic and international conflicts, and militarization. It contributes to the overall peacefulness level of the country. According to the GPI 2023, the top 10 most peaceful countries in the world are:

Top 10 Most Peaceful Countries in the World:

Countries with darker green shading are rated as more peaceful, while countries with darker red shading are rated as more violent. (Source: Vision of Humanity’s 2023 Global Peace Index)

Source: Global Peace Index (2023)

1. Iceland:

Iceland maintains its position as the most peaceful country for the 17th consecutive year, despite a 4% drop in its overall score due to rising homicide rates and terrorism impact indicators. The country’s robust education and welfare systems, as well as a strong focus on social cohesion, have contributed to its continued success. Iceland’s low crime rate and strong focus on social welfare make it a model peaceful society.

2. Denmark:

Denmark has risen two places since the last index and secured second place. The economic loss from violence in the country is only 4% of GDP, which is a major factor in its high ranking. Furthermore, Denmark has a neutral military that is not a member of NATO, which contributes to the country’s peaceful character.

3. Ireland:

Ireland maintains its third place among the most peaceful countries. It is fourth in the economic cost of violence and has a neutral military that is not a member of NATO. Ireland’s strong social cohesion and robust education system have contributed to Ireland’s continued success.

4. New Zealand:

New Zealand ranks fourth globally and is the most peaceful country in the Asia-Pacific region. The country has improved in indicators such as violent protests, incarceration rates, and the impact of terrorism. However, the economic costs of violence remain relatively high compared to other top 10 countries.

5. Austria:

Austria maintained its 5th place as the most peaceful country. The country performs well in all areas, ranking in the top 15, and is known for its low economic loss due to violence. Austria’s strong social cohesion and robust education system contribute to its continued success.

6. Singapore:

Singapore has made impressive progress, climbing three places in the index, ranking second in the Asia-Pacific region and in the top five in both safety and security and ongoing conflict. Despite a relatively high military expenditure of $3,227 per capita, Singapore’s low crime rate and strong education system helped it improve its overall score.

7. Portugal:

Portugal ranks firmly in the top ten most peaceful countries. It also ranks fourth in the area of ​​militarization and is recognized as the fifth most peaceful country in Europe. Portugal’s strong social cohesion and robust education system contribute to the country’s continued success.

8. Slovenia:

Slovenia is the only Central European country in the top 10. It has dropped one place since the last GPI and is now ranked 8th as the most peaceful country. Slovenia ranks 5th in the area of ​​militarization and has a strong focus on social cohesion.

9. Japan:

Japan moved up one rank from last year’s GPI, maintaining its second place in the safety and security category and third place in the Asia-Pacific region. However, due to its proximity to China and North Korea, Japan spends more on collective self-defense.

10. Switzerland:

Switzerland made it into the top 10 despite maintaining its position as one of the countries with the highest arms exports per capita. Switzerland is a stable and prosperous country in terms of safety and security, but it still has a way to go when it comes to gender equality. Switzerland’s strong social cohesion and robust education system contribute to its continued success.