1. Why in News

1.1 India launched the Responsible Nations Index (RNI).

2. About the Index

2.1 Nature: Global assessment framework
2.2 Purpose: Assess countries beyond power and economic strength
2.3 Core dimensions: Ethical governance, social well-being, environmental stewardship, global responsibility

3. Launch Details

3.1 Venue: Dr Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi
3.2 Launched under the aegis of World Intellectual Foundation (WIF)
3.3 Chief guest: Ram Nath Kovind

4. Outcome

4.1 Release of the Responsible Nations Index report
4.2 Objective: Initiate a global dialogue on responsible nationhood and shared international progress