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Detailed explanation-1: -While India has moved up from its spot at the 87th place on the list, it’s access to visa-free travel to countries has decreased by one. This year’s Henley Passport Index, released earlier in the month on January 10, puts India’s passport on the 85 th spot, moving it up two places from its position in 2022.

Detailed explanation-2: -India ranked 85th in the world’s most powerful passport index in 2023 and gives visa-free entry to 59 countries worldwide. Earlier in 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022, the country ranked at 82nd, 84th, 85th and 83rd respectively.

Detailed explanation-3: -Japan topped the index as the country with the most powerful in the world for the fifth consecutive year. As of 2023, Japanese passport holders can visit 193 of 227 destinations visa-free, which is 85% of the world, according to data from the International Air Transport Association compiled by Henley & Partners.

Detailed explanation-4: -Henley Passport Index 2022 | 13 Jan 2022 India has been ranked 83rd in the most powerful passport report ‘Henley Passport Index 2022’. India’s passport power has improved this quarter compared to 2021 climbing seven places from 90th rank last year.

Detailed explanation-5: -India is ranked 85th on the Henley Passport Index. Indians have visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 59 countries, including Sri Lanka, Vietnam and Egypt.