1987 Philippine Constitution Flashcards

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1
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We, the sovereign Filipino people, imploring the aid of ______________________,…

A

Almighty God

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We, the sovereign Filipino people, imploring the aid of Almighty God, in order to build a _______ and _________ society…

A

Just, humane

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3
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What is the title of Article II of the 1987 Constitution?

A

Declaration of Principles and State Policies Principles

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“Sec. 2. The Philippines renounces war as an instrument of national policy, adopts the _____________________________ principles of international law as part…”

a. generally acceptable
b. generally accepted
c. mandatory
d. voluntary

A

b. generally accepted

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True or false: The military is supreme over civilian authority at all times under Art. II, Sec. 3 of the 1987 Constitution.

A

False.

Civilian authority is, at all times, supreme over the military.

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6
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Who has the goal to secure the sovereignty of the State and the integrity of the national territory?

a. PNP
b. AFP
c. Supreme Court
d. None of the choices

A

b.

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Under Art. II, Sec. 4, can the Government make all citizens required to defend the state under conditions set by the law?

A

Yes.

Section 4. The prime duty of the Government is to serve and protect the people. The Government may call upon the people to defend the State and, in the fulfillment thereof, all citizens may be required, under conditions provided by law, to render personal, military or civil service.

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The maintenance of peace and order, the protection of life, liberty and property, and promotion of the general welfare are _____________ for the enjoyment by all the people of the blessings of democracy.

a. Implied
b. Inherent
c. Inviolable
d. Essential

A

d. Essential

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9
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The separation of which shall be inviolable?

a. Military and State
b. State and People
c. Church and State
d. None of the choices

A

c. Church and State

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10
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Section 7. The State shall pursue an _____________________ ____________ policy.

a. Dependent foreign
b. Independent foreign
c. Independent local
d. Dependent local

A

b. Independent foreign

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11
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Art. II, Sec. 7: “… the paramount consideration shall be (NS), (TI), (NI), and the (RTSD)”.

A

National Sovereignty, Territorial Integrity, National Interest, and the Right to Self-Determination

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12
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Consistent with the national interest, the Philippines adopts and pursues a policy of freedom from _________ weapons in its territory.

a. Nuclear
b. Atomic
c. Kinetic
d. Biological

A

a. Nuclear

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13
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The State shall promote a just and dynamic social order that will ensure the (P) and (I) of the nation.

A

prosperity; independence

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14
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The State shall promote (S) justice in all phases of national development

A

Social

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The State values the (D) of every human person and guarantees full respect for human rights.

A

Dignity

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The State recognizes the (S) of family life and shall protect and strengthen the family as a basic (A) social institution

A

Sanctity; Autonomous

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17
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The State shall equally protect the life of which two entities under Art II, Sec. 12 of the 1987 Philippine Constitution?

a. President and Vice President
b. Father and life of the unborn from conception
c. Mother and Father
d. Mother and life of the unborn from conception

A

d. Mother and life of the unborn from conception

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18
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The (N) and (P) right and duty of parents in the rearing of the youth for civic efficiency and the development of moral character shall receive the support of the Government.

A

Natural; Primary

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The State recognizes the vital role of the (Y) in nation-building.

A

Youth

20
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The State shall inculcate in the youth (P) and (N), and encourage their involvement in public and civic affairs.

A

Patriotism; Nationalism

21
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The State recognizes the role of (W) in nation-building, and shall ensure the fundamental equality before the law of (W) and men.

A

Women

22
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The State shall protect and promote the right to health of the people and instill health (C) among them.

A

Consciousness

23
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The State shall protect and advance the right of the people to a (B) and (H) (E) in accord with the rhythm and harmony of nature.

A

Balanced; Healthful; Ecology

24
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The State shall give priority to (E), (S&T), (A), (C), and (S) to foster patriotism and nationalism, accelerate social progress, and promote total human liberation and development

A

Education, Science & Technology, Arts, Culture, Sports

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The State affirms (L) as a primary social economic force.

A

Labor

26
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ArtII, Sec. 18 (1987 Constitution): It shall protect the rights of (W) and promote their welfare.

A

Workers

27
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The State shall develop a (S-R) and (I) national economy effectively controlled by Filipinos.

A

Self-Reliant; Independent

28
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The State recognizes the indispensable role of the (P) sector, encourages (P) enterprise, and provides (I) to needed investments

A

Private; Incentives

29
Q

The State shall promote comprehensive (RD) and (AR).

Hint: AR = Your current workplace.

A

Rural Development; Agrarian Reform

30
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The State recognize and promotes the rights of (ICC) within the framework of national unity and development

A

Indigenous Cultural Communities

31
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The State shall encourage (N-G), (C-B), or (S) organizations that promote the welfare of the nation.

A

Non-governmental, Community Based, or Sectoral

32
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The State recognizes the vital role of (C) and (I) in nation-building

A

Communication and Information

33
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The State shall guarantee (E) access to opportunities for public service and prohibit (PD) as may be defined by law.

A

Equal; Political Dynasties

34
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The State shall ensure the (A) of local governments.

A

Autonomy

35
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The State shall maintain (H) and (I) in the public service and take positive and effective measures against (G) and (C).

A

Honesty and Integrity; Graft and Corruption

36
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Subject to (R) conditions prescribed by law, the State adopts and implements a policy of (FPD) of all of its transactions involving (PI).

A

Reasonable; Full Public Disclosure; Public Interest

37
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The Title of Article III of the 1987 Philippine Constitution

A

Bill of Rights

38
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No person shall be deprived of (buhay), (kalayaan), or (pag-aari) without due process of law, nor shall any person be denied the (patas) protection of the laws.

A

Life, Liberty, or Property; Equal

39
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The right of the people to be secure in their (P), (H), (P), and (E) against unreasonable searches and seizures of whatever nature and for any purpose shall be (I).

A

Persons, Houses, Papers, and Effects; Inviolable

40
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Art. III, Sec. 2 (1987 PH Constitution): “…and no (SW) or (WA) shall issue except upon (P) cause to be determined…”

A

Search Warrant; Warrant of Arrest; Probable

41
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Art. III, Sec. 2 (1987 PH Constitution): “…upon probable cause to be determined (P) by the judge after examination under (O) or (A) of the complainant

A

Personally; Oath; Affirmation

42
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The privacy of (C) and (C) shall be inviolable except upon lawful order of the court.

A

Communication; Correspondence

43
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When shall privacy of communication and correspondence be violable?

A: Upon (LO) of the court, or when (PS/O) requires otherwise, as prescribed by (L)

A

Lawful Order; Public Safety or Order; Law

44
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Any evidence in violation of Art. III, Sec. 3 or Art. III, Sec. 2 shall be (I) for any purpose in any proceeding.

A

Inadmissible

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