Mauritius topped the index with 5 points only.

Since independence in 1968, Mauritius developed from a low-income, agriculturally based economy to a middle income diversified economy. The country thrives on growing industrial, financial, and tourist sectors.

The country's annual growth has ranged between 5 per cent and 6 per cent on an average.

This has been reflected in increased life expectancy, lowered infant mortality and an improved infrastructure.

Image: Mauritian Sega Dancers perform a traditional beach dance. | Photograph: Deshakalyan Chowdhury/AFP/Getty Images

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