Odisha Tops NITI Aayog's Second Annual 'Fiscal Health Index' 2026
Odisha emerged as the top-performing state with an FHI score of 73.1, followed by Goa and Jharkhand.
The index assesses states based on five pillars: Quality of Expenditure, Revenue Mobilisation, Fiscal Prudence, Debt Index, and Debt Sustainability.
The 2026 report expanded its scope to include 10 North-Eastern and Himalayan states, where Arunachal Pradesh took the lead.
Exam Perspective: The Fiscal Health Index is a data-driven tool used to encourage healthy competition among states to improve their financial management.
Key Facts / Static GK
NITI Aayog CEO: Nidhi Chhibber (as per source)
NITI Aayog HQ: New Delhi
Pillars of FHI: 5 indicators
Practice Quiz — 12 March 2026
Q1. Who announced the formation of the high-level expert group to design the technology roadmap for India's securities market ecosystem?
Q2. According to the updated RBI guidelines on Counterparty Credit Risk (CCR), what is the prescribed risk weight for trade exposures to Qualifying Central Counterparties (QCCPs)?
Q3. What is the specific cancer care coverage amount provided to account holders of the 'bob Women Sapphire' Savings Account?
Q4. Which of the following statements is true regarding the restructuring of the Jal Jeevan Mission?
Q5. Which airport in Tamil Nadu was recently designated as an 'International Airport' by the Union Cabinet?
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