Constitutional Paradigm Four Principles

Question 1

Principle I

Answer 1

Hierarchy of Loyalties

Question 2

Principle II

Answer 2

Resolve Before Acting

Question 3

Principle III

Answer 3

Resolve, Remove, Resign

Question 4

Principle IV

Answer 4

Choose to Disobey

Question 5

What is the purpose of the constitutional paradigm?

Answer 5

Helps officers uphold Oath of Office, resolves conflicting loyalties, and generally demands obedience

Question 6

What is the Hierarchy of Loyalties?

Answer 6

1. Constitution 2. Mission 3. Service 4. Ship or Command 5. Shipmate 6. Self

Question 7

What is Resolve Before Acting?

Answer 7

Resolve conflicting loyalties before acting upon differences in priorities; consult your chain of command

Question 8

What is Resolve, Remove, or Resign?

Answer 8

Resolve yourself to Principle I or remove yourself from the situation or resign your commission

Question 9

What is Choose to Disobey?

Answer 9

If Principles I, II, and III cannot be applied, disobedience is authorized;

Question 10

What are the four basic criteria of Lawful Orders?

Answer 10

Within the authority of the issuing officer; presumption of legality; related to military duty, morale, or discipline; the executing member must have knowledge of it (must be understandable and specific)