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Global Hunger Index 2026: Pakistan scores 25.5, ranked 106th
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Global Hunger Index 2026: Pakistan scores 25.5, ranked 106th
Pakistan is ranked 106th of 122 countries in the 2026 Global Hunger Index.
Why it matters: general awareness
What you need to know
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In the 2026 Global Hunger Index, Pakistan scored 25.5 and ranked 106th among 122 countries with sufficient data, a score in the 'serious' category.
The Index is published by Concern Worldwide and Welthungerhilfe and scores countries from 0 to 100, where a higher score means worse hunger.
Sources: Topper IAS editorial (PIB / The Hindu / Indian Express)
Key facts
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- Global Hunger Index
- Concern Worldwide
- Welthungerhilfe
- hunger
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How the exam will ask it
Prelims
- Global Hunger Index, Concern Worldwide, Welthungerhilfe, hunger
Mains
Use as an example in GA answers (GS-II: Social justice; hunger, indices).
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Answer before you reveal
Consider the following statements about the Global Hunger Index (GHI):
- It is published by Concern Worldwide and Welthungerhilfe.
- Scores range from 0 to 100.
- A higher score indicates a lower level of hunger.
How many of the above statements are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
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Answer: B — The correct answer is Only two. Statements 1 and 2 are correct; a higher GHI score indicates worse hunger, so statement 3 is wrong.
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