An Extensive Analysis of GNH Index

摘要: The current paper introduces the 2010 Gross National Happiness Index, which has been advanced by Centre for Bhutan Studies. It provides a thorough explanation of methodology, drawing attention to both strengths and standing questions. remainder this introduction describes four pillars nine dimensions GNH purpose Index public policy. first part sets out methodology index. 2008 Survey, Alkire-Foster as adapted Index. concludes presenting formulae interpretation, introducing logic following two sections. second focuses on understanding achievements people who have identified 'happy' because they enjoy sufficient combination across domains. This includes groups described 'extensively happy' 'deeply happy'. section its associated variables district, age, gender, other classifications, shares composition sufficiency among happy people. third increasing happiness. upon are not-yet-happy scrutinizes indicators domains in lack – addressing these will increase GNH. analysis uses but population insufficiency rather than sufficiency.