Every year, the British Analytical Institute Legatum publishes a ranking of countries by level of prosperity. The rating is based on 79 indicators combined into eight categories. In 2014, Norway was named the most prosperous country in the world.
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The indicators on which the rating is based are grouped into eight categories. This is the economic situation, conditions for business, government, education, healthcare, security, personal freedoms and social capital. The rating of each country is determined by calculating the average value of indicators. The data is based on statistical analysis, population surveys, and sociological analysis. A detailed description of the prosperity index calculation methodology is given in the annual rating issue.
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According to the polls, 67% of Norwegians believe that they can easily find a new job, 90.2% say that Norway is a good country for immigrants, and 94% say that they have someone to rely on in difficult times.
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In terms of economic performance, Norway ranked first in the ranking. Inflation in Norway is only 0.7% and unemployment is 3.3%. GDP per capita is $ 65, 639.8.
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In terms of business opportunities and conditions, Norway ranks 6th in the world. In Norway, it is easy enough to open your own business and succeed thanks to your work. Researchers also note that Norwegian citizens have access to all technical advances.
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Norwegian government received the lowest rating. According to this indicator, the most prosperous country in the world is in 12th place. There is a fairly stable government (66 years have passed since the last change of the regime of power). The political rights of the Norwegians, their ability to intervene in the affairs of the state, experts rated 7 out of 10.
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In terms of education, Norway is in 4th place in the world. Absolute equality of boys and girls in the right to education is noted. 99.1% of school-age children attend educational institutions, 10 teachers have one teacher.
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The Norwegian health care system is in 5th place in the world. Vaccinations against dangerous diseases were given to 94% of the population. The average life expectancy is 81.3 years, of which the Norwegians do not suffer from anything for about 73 years.
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In terms of security, Norway takes 6th place. The probability of a civil war in the country is zero. The level of crime and violence by the authorities is very low.
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In terms of personal freedoms, Norway is in 2nd place. Most argue that they have absolute freedom of choice, political views, words. Norwegians do not feel pressure from the official authorities.
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First in the world is Norway in terms of social capital. Norwegians spend a lot on charity, trust each other, rely on their loved ones in trouble, and are ready to help strangers. Fully satisfied with their lives 77% of the inhabitants of Norway.
