Which Filipino folk musician of the Yakan people received the National Living Treasures Award?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Uwang Ahadas
- Step 1: Uwang Ahadas (February 15, 1945 – October 29, 2022) was a Filipino folk musician of the Yakan people who was a recipient of the National Living Treasures Award. Answer: Uwang Ahadas. Why not the others: None of these fit: Samaon Sulaiman of Maguindanao province; Masino Intaray of the Palawan highlands; Federico Caballero of Central Panay.
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