Shocking report: These are the 10 most powerful countries in the world, why did India not find a place in the list?

Top 10 Powerful Countries: World Population Review has released the list of the 10 most powerful countries in the world. Like every time, this time too America is at the first position. While the names of Russia and China are at second and third place respectively. You will be surprised to know that India, the world’s fourth largest economy, is out of this list.

In this list of World Population Review for 2026, India is at 12th place, whereas India is not only in terms of economy, but is also the fourth most powerful military power in the world. India is the most populous country in the world.

How is ranking decided?

World Population Review claims that it has decided this ranking on the basis of economic capacity, military resources, technological advancement, demographic strength, governance stability and ability to participate effectively in international institutions. The countries included in the list have been assessed on five characteristics such as military alliance, international alliance, political influence, economic influence and leadership. The countries that consistently perform well in these areas have the highest ranking, which increases their identity and reputation on the world stage.

List of 10 most powerful countries in the world

• United States of America
• China
• Russia
• united kingdom
• Germany
• south korea
• France
• Japan
• saudi arabia
• israel

It is very difficult to make a list

The report said that most powerful countries in the world Deciding is a more difficult task than we think. There are many types of power – from military power to economic power, political influence and cultural influence. The world’s most powerful countries have a global economic pattern, which includes a strong military and foreign policies whose impact is felt throughout the world.

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Reports are prepared from surveys around the world

The report states that US News and World Report, in collaboration with BAV Group and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, releases the ranking of the world’s most powerful countries in its annual Best Countries ranking. To release this ranking, a survey is conducted all over the world, in which responses are sought from people on certain points.