Miss Baguio Krishnah Marie Gravidez was crowned Miss World Philippines 2024 with her winning answer during the pageant.
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For the final round, the Top 10 finalists showcased their quick thinking skills during the question and answer portion.
Each finalist was asked to pick a name of a judge who will throw the question.
In chronological order, here's what went down for the Q&A:
QUEZON PROVINCE, Maria Andrea Endicio
Question: What will be your definition of kindness?
Answer: Kindness for me is having a heart to help without expecting for anything in return. Kindness is something that comes from you naturally. It is something that you give without stopping. And it's something that you give from your deepest part of your soul. And I think kindness is what we need for us to attain peace in this world.
CAVITE, DEANNA MARIE MATE
Question: Where do you get your strength from?
Answer: I get my strength from my family. I grew up with an amazing family. They're here today on both sides of the arena. And they taught me a lot about kindness and growing up, helping out in my community. And that's what I did at Cribs Foundation, teaching girls music. And that's what I want to preach to others is that you can spread kindness and you don't have to have a loving family. You don't have to grow up well and privileged to spread kindness to the world. And if we are able to keep that motto within us, we'll have a better world.
PASIG, RIANA AGATHA PANGINDIAN
Question: Do you think global warming poses a real threat to mankind and the planet Earth? Why or why not?
Answer: Definitely. I think global warming does harm to us humans. And if we do not take action as early as today, then we might live in a world that is full of harm to our children, to the future generation. So, I think it's really important that we take action today. Thank you.
TARLAC PROVINCE, JASMINE OMAY
Question: if you were asked to come up with your own slogan to promote the Philippines, what would it be and why?
Answer: So if I would come up with a slogan for the Philippines, it would have to be, still, 'Choose Philippines.' I would give you many reasons why we Filipinos always come out on top in a community, in a setting, in an international world. And this is the reason why is because we're always so happy to each other. We're very related to a lot of people from our experiences, and we drew that strength from within because we know we are that second happiest country in the world.
PAMPANGA, SOFIA BIANCA SANTOS
Question: So, do you want to be different or do you want to belong? Please explain.
Answer: As someone who experienced being neglected and ignored, I want to experience the sense of belongingness, and that's my duty with a purpose, empowering the indigenous people. So, I want to champion the sense of belongingness. Indeed, no one deserve to be left behind and being neglected. Thank you.
BICOL REGION, JEANNE ISABELLE BILASANO
Question: My question to you is, what is more important to you: a successful career or a happy family?
Answer: Thank you for the question. I would like to believe that charity and love is fostered in the family. And I believe no one will be successful in their careers without a good family. So, I'd always choose a happy and loving family. Because when I have my family, I know I will go places.
BATANGAS, PATRICIA BIANCA TAPIA
Question: If you were given a chance to be the president of the country for one week, name three things that you would want to accomplish within that time.
Answer: Three things that I would want to accomplish is definitely, one, going back to my advocacy, which is inclusive education for those with disabilities. And two, I would build more opportunities of equality for women and those who feel marginalized based on their identity. And three, I would also give back to the underdeveloped communities of the Philippines so that we could build more schools in those areas. Thank you so much.
MANILA, GABRIELLE MARIE LANTZER
Question: Should pageant queens take an active stance regarding the country's political affairs? Why or why not?
Answer: In terms of political stance, pageant queens are given a large platform to express their opinions, to express their thoughts on what would be better for the country. So in terms of politics, I say we should use the platforms we are given to make a voice, to make a change for our country that we all so love. Thank you.
BAGUIO CITY, KRISHNAH GRAVIDEZ
Question: Should inclusivity be a top priority among pageants? Yes or no? Explain your answer.
Answer: Pageantry is a platform where we express ourselves as women and men.
And I feel like this is a great platform for us to promote our advocacies, the cause that we're fighting for, and the things that we love. So I think that in a world where we're evolving, I think we as humans should evolve too.
PANGASINAN, NIKKI BUENAFE
Question: What would you tell a young girl who is suffering from low self-esteem?
Answer: I would tell her to be kind to herself. I was once a girl with low self-esteem. I had no confidence. I was struggling with my mental health. Everyday living was hard.
But I told myself that I can do better, that I deserve better, that I know that I am capable of so much more, and that I am enough. And since then, I was able to build myself up.
Because of that, I found my purpose, which is the provision of clean water to communities and inspiring people to reach their dreams. Thank you.