Who was the first female president of the Philippines?

• A. Gloria Macapagal Arroyo
• B. Leni Robredo
• C. Imelda Marcos
• D. Corazon Aquino

Answer: (D)

The main idea is recognizing who first led the Philippines as a woman, a historic milestone in the country’s political story. Corazon Aquino became president in 1986 after the People Power Revolution, a turning point that toppled the Marcos dictatorship and restored democratic governance. Her leadership helped establish a new constitutional framework with the 1987 Constitution, safeguarding civil liberties and democratic processes. This made her the first female president in Philippine history, symbolizing a break with the past and demonstrating that women could hold the highest political office. The other figures listed came to power at different times or in different roles: Gloria Macapagal Arroyo later served as president, Leni Robredo became vice president, and Imelda Marcos never held the presidency.