Which is the only country in the world to officially proclaim the Gross National Happiness (GNH) as the measure of the country’s progress ?
Finland
Bhutan
Nepal
Switzerland
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UPSC CDS-2 – 2023
Gross National Happiness (GNH) is a philosophy that guides the government of Bhutan. It includes an index which is used to measure the collective happiness and well-being of a population. GNH is rooted in Buddhist spiritual values and emphasizes a holistic approach to development, balancing material and spiritual well-being. It comprises nine domains: psychological well-being, health, education, time use, cultural diversity and resilience, good governance, ecological diversity and resilience, community vitality, and living standards.