Question

Which Indian has won the "Ramon Magsaysay Award-2023"?

• A. Korvi Rakshand
• B. Ashwini Kumar
• C. Dipti Ranjan Sahoo
• D. Dr. Ravi Kannan R.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

The Ramon Magsaysay Award is regarded as Asia's premier prize and highest honor. Established in 1957, this award celebrates greatness of spirit and transformative leadership in Asia.

In 2023, the award was conferred upon Dr. Ravi Kannan R. from India. The award recognized his pioneering efforts in bringing healthcare facilities and cancer treatment to rural communities, thus significantly improving public health outcomes.

Therefore, the Indian recipient of the "Ramon Magsaysay Award-2023" is:

• Dr. Ravi Kannan R.

Answer 2

The Indian who won the Ramon Magsaysay Award-2023 is Dr. Ravi Kannan R..

Additional Context:

• Dr. Ravi Kannan R.:
  • Oncologist and Director of Cachar Cancer Hospital and Research Centre (Silchar, Assam)
  • Recognized for his transformative work in cancer care in rural Northeast India
  • Pioneered affordable, patient-centric treatment models
• About the Award:
  • Often called "Asia's Nobel Prize"
  • Established in 1957 honoring Philippine President Ramon Magsaysay
  • 2023 other awardees: Eugenio Lemos (Timor-Leste), Miriam Coronel-Ferrer (Philippines)
• Other options:
  • Korvi Rakshand: Founder of JAAGO Foundation (education NGO) - Not 2023 awardee
  • Ashwini Kumar: Former IPS officer - Not 2023 awardee
  • Dipti Ranjan Sahoo: Not a recorded Magsaysay awardee

Correct Answer: (4) Dr. Ravi Kannan R.