According to the latest edition of the  Paris-based Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development‘s Government at a Glance 2017 report, India, with a citizen support of 73%, is at the very top of the governmental confidence league. Canada ranks second with 62%.

Forbes says: Trust in government is vitally important. It serves as a driving force for a country’s economic development, makes governmental decisions more effective and leads to greater compliance with regulations and the tax system.

Russia and Turkey tied for the third spot at 58%; the U.S. scored 30%; and Greece is at the bottom with 13%.