"...index measures perceived levels of public sector corruption...India ranked 91st out of 182 countries and territories on the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) for 2025, with a score of 39, according to the latest report released by Transparency International on Tuesday."
Looking at the historical trend, India’s score has hovered between 36 and 41 from 2013 to 2025. In comparison, key developed countries in the Asia-Pacific region - Singapore (84), New Zealand (81), and Australia (76) - recorded the highest scores, ranking third, fourth, and 12th globally, respectively.
India seems to be standing still, showing little progress toward the less-corrupt end of the spectrum. Public sector employees are not extraterrestrials sent to work for us - they come from the same society as the rest of us. Which means, this ranking reflects a broader societal context. If we want meaningful change, the focus cannot be limited to government machinery alone. As a society, we need to introspect and ask ourselves: what can we do to reduce corruption in our everyday interactions.
CPI is not just a score - it’s a mirror reflecting our collective responsibility.
Sajeev
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