CHAPTER 1: CONSTITUTIONAL FRAMEWORK OF LABOR

Question 1

The “Bill of Rights (1987 Philippine Constitution)” allows all employees, including government workers, to negotiate employment terms freely.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

2.The “Right to Self-Organization” gives workers the freedom to form or join unions, negotiate with employers, and influence workplace policies.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

3.Employees of “cooperatives” are allowed to form unions to negotiate their wages and benefits.

Answer 3

3. False

Question 4

4.”Collective Bargaining” involves voluntary agreements between employers and employees regarding workplace terms.

Answer 4

4. True

Question 5

5.”Security of Tenure” ensures that employees can only be dismissed for just cause and with due process.

Answer 5

5. True

Question 6

6.”Humane Working Conditions” include a safe workplace, fair wages, and reasonable working hours.

Answer 6

6. True

Question 7

7.“Participative Management”” excludes employees from decision-making processes.

Answer 7

7. False

Question 8

8.The writing of the “Labor Code of the Philippines” began in 1965 under the leadership of Mr. Blas Ople.

Answer 8

8. True

Question 9

9.The “Right to Strike” allows workers to pressure employers into addressing demands like better wages and working conditions.

Answer 9

9. True

Question 10

10. The “Just and Reasonable Return” only protects the rights of employees to receive fair wages.

Answer 10

10. False

Question 11

1. What section of the “1987 Philippine Constitution” protects the right of people to form unions and associations?

A. Article II, Section 11
B. Article III, Section 8
C. Article XIII, Section 3
D. Article II, Section 14

Answer 11

1. B

Question 12

2. Which employees are “not allowed” to organize unions due to their dual role as owners and workers?

A. Government Employees
B. Private Employees
C. Cooperative Employees
D. Overseas Workers

Answer 12

2. C

Question 13

3. What is the main purpose of “Collective Bargaining”?

A. To fire employees without notice
B. To negotiate wages, benefits, and workplace policies
C. To control employees’ personal lives
D. To avoid paying salaries

Answer 13

3. B

Question 14

4. Which of the following is “NOT” a key element of “Humane Working Conditions”?

A. Safe workplace
B. Health and well-being
C. Excessive working hours
D. Respect & fair treatment

Answer 14

4. C

Question 15

5. Who is regarded as the ““Father of the Labor Code”” in the Philippines?

A. Jose Rizal
B. Blas Ople
C. Ramon Magsaysay
D. Andres Bonifacio

Answer 15

5. B

Question 16

6. What is the primary goal of the “Right to Strike”?
   A. To close businesses
   B. To pressure employers into addressing workers’ demands
   C. To create chaos in the workplace
   D. To increase product prices

Answer 16

6. B

Question 17

7. Which principle ensures fairness between employers and employees by protecting both wages and profits?
   A. Security of Tenure
   B. Humane Working Conditions
   C. Just and Reasonable Return
   D. Collective Bargaining

Answer 17

7. C

Question 18

8. What does “Positive Attitude of Management” promote in the workplace?

A. Distrust
B. Conflict
C. Trust and healthy work culture
D. Unfair treatment

Answer 18

8. C

Question 19

9. Which labor statute deals with the negotiation between employers and employees?
   A. Labor Standards Laws
   B. Welfare Legislation
   C. Labor Relations
   D. Employee Compensation Laws

Answer 19

9. C

Question 20

10. What is the purpose of “Education and Training of Workers”?

A. To burden employees with extra work
B. To equip workers with the necessary skills
C. To reduce employee wages
D. To discourage voluntary participation

Answer 20

10. B

Question 21

1. The Labor Code was created to align labor policies with economic development and social justice.

Answer 21

TRUE

Question 22

2. The Philippine Constitution guarantees full protection to labor, whether local or overseas, organized or unorganized.

Answer 22

TRUE

Question 23

3. Security of Tenure ensures that employees can never be removed from their jobs, even for just cause.

Answer 23

FALSE

Question 24

5. Collective Bargaining agreements are mandatory and must always be accepted by both employers and employees.

Answer 24

FALSE

Question 25

4. Participative Management discourages employee involvement in decision-making.

Answer 25

FALSE

Question 26

6. Labor Standards Laws focus mainly on employer rights and profit protection.

Answer 26

FALSE

Question 27

7. The Right to Strike allows workers to immediately stop working without following any legal procedures.

Answer 27

FALSE

Question 28

8. A positive attitude of management can help build trust and improve workplace culture.

Answer 28

TRUE

Question 29

9. The Right to Self-Organization applies equally to all employees, including government workers and cooperative employees.

Answer 29

FALSE

Question 30

10. Employees dismissed without due process but with just cause are entitled to reinstatement.

Answer 30

FALSE