India's Climate Risk Index rank improved from 7th worst in 2019 to 49th in 2022, reflecting better climate risk management. However, it remains among the top 10 most affected countries historically, with significant fatalities and economic losses due to extreme weather events from 1993 to 2022, including major floods and cyclones.
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