New Delhi, Jan. 19 -- Nations must be judged beyond economic strength and military power, backing a framework that seeks to redefine global power through responsibility towards citizens, the environment, and the international community, former Indian President Ram Nath Kovind said during the launch of the Responsible Nations Index on Monday.

Endorsing this approach, he warned that material success alone cannot define national progress. "A country can be economically prosperous and yet remain irresponsible," Kovind said, calling for ethics, dignity, and moral conduct to be placed at the centre of governance.

India today sought to reposition the global conversation on development and power with the launch of the Responsible Nations Index ...