Ramon Magsaysay — Set 2
Awards & Honors · रेमन मैग्सेसे · Questions 11–20 of 50
Which Indian spiritual leader received the award for 'Community Leadership' in 1958?
Correct Answer: D. Vinoba Bhave
Vinoba Bhave was the first ever recipient of the Ramon Magsaysay Award in 1958. He was specifically cited for his leadership in the Bhoodan movement to address land inequality. This established a strong connection between the award and Indian social reformers.
Kiran Bedi, the first female IPS officer, received the Magsaysay Award in 1994 for?
Correct Answer: A. Government Service
The correct answer is 'Government Service'. Kiran Bedi was honored for her innovative and humane reforms in India's prison system, specifically at Tihar Jail. She focused on education, meditation, and vocational training for inmates. She is a pioneer in bringing transparency and reform to police administration.
Which Indian author and activist was awarded for her 'Creative Arts' contribution and for recording the lives of tribal people?
Correct Answer: C. Mahasweta Devi
Mahasweta Devi received the award in 1997 for her literary work and advocacy for marginalized tribal communities. Her writings like 'Aranyer Adhikar' highlight the struggles of the forest dwellers. She spent decades working on the ground for social justice.
The Ramon Magsaysay Award ceremony is held on August 31 to mark what occasion?
Correct Answer: D. Birth anniversary of Magsaysay
August 31 is the birth anniversary of Ramon Magsaysay, who was the 7th President of the Philippines. The date serves as an annual tribute to his life and principles. Recipients from across Asia gather in Manila for the prestigious ceremony.
Which Magsaysay recipient from India is known for the 'Water Conservation' movement in Rajasthan?
Correct Answer: A. Rajendra Singh
Rajendra Singh, known as the 'Waterman of India', won the award in 2001 for Community Leadership. He revived traditional water harvesting methods (Johads) in the arid regions of Rajasthan. His work led to the restoration of several rivers and improved local agriculture.
Who was the first Tibetan to receive the Ramon Magsaysay Award in 1959?
Correct Answer: A. Dalai Lama
The 14th Dalai Lama was awarded in 1959 for his leadership of the Tibetan people during a period of crisis. He was recognized for his commitment to non-violence and the preservation of Tibetan culture. This occurred shortly after his escape to India.
Which Indian social reformer founded the 'Self-Employed Women's Association' (SEWA) and won the award in 1977?
Correct Answer: C. Ela Bhatt
Ela Bhatt was honored for her role in organizing poor women workers in the informal sector. SEWA became the largest trade union of informal workers in the world under her leadership. She was a pioneer in microfinance and women's empowerment.
Which Indian medical professional received the award in 2023 for transforming cancer care in Assam?
Correct Answer: D. Dr. Ravi Kannan R.
Dr. Ravi Kannan R. is the Director of Cachar Cancer Hospital and Research Centre in Silchar. He was recognized for making cancer treatment accessible and affordable to impoverished people in Northeast India. His community-centric approach has saved thousands of lives.
P. Sainath, an Indian journalist, was awarded the Magsaysay Prize in 2007 for his work on which issue?
Correct Answer: C. Rural poverty and farm distress
P. Sainath is known for his deep reporting on India's agrarian crisis and the plight of poor farmers. His book 'Everybody Loves a Good Drought' is a classic in development journalism. He focused the national conversation on the challenges of the rural poor.
Which awardee from India is famous for the 'Safai Karamchari Andolan' and received the honor in 2016?
Correct Answer: D. Bezwada Wilson
Bezwada Wilson was recognized for his mission to eradicate the practice of manual scavenging in India. He has worked for decades to restore the human dignity of marginalized communities. He shared the award year with the musician T.M. Krishna.