Multiple choice general knowledge Magsaysay Awards are named after a country president. Which country it is? Singapore Philippines Korea Swedan Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself B Correct answer Explanation The Ramon Magsaysay Award is named after Ramon Magsaysay, the former President of the Philippines. He was the third president of the Philippines and served from 1953 until his death in 1957. The award was established in his honor in 1957.