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Question 1

is a constitutional measure used to address situations where public safety is at risk,
exercised with the aid of the military.

Answer 1

Martial Law

Question 2

Conditions for Martial Law

Answer 2

Necessity
Purpose

Question 3

The ____________ of martial law varies depending on the emergency (rebellion vs.
invasion).

Answer 3

necessity

Question 4

Ensures the maintenance of civil government and public safety.

Answer 4

Purpose

Question 5

The President can declare martial law or suspend the privilege of the writ of habeas
corpus in cases of:

Answer 5

Invasion
Rebellion
When public safety requires it

Question 6

Scope of martial law:

Answer 6

o Martial law or suspension of the writ cannot exceed 60 days without Congressional
approval.
o Congress may revoke or extend such declarations.
o Supreme Court may review the sufficiency of the factual basis for the declaration.

Question 7

Under Martial Law:

Answer 7

o The President acts as Commander-in-Chief and may issue proclamations and orders.

o Military commissions or courts-martial may be created.

Question 8

Provides checks and balance mechanisms on the
President’s powers under martial law.

Answer 8

1987 Constitution, Article VII, Section 18:

Question 9

The President is the Chief Executive of the Philippines, vested with executive powers under

Answer 9

Article Vii of the 1987 Constitution

Question 10

Executive Powers

Answer 10

Power of Control
Power to Appoint

Question 11

o Supervision and control over all executive departments, bureaus, and offices.
o The President can alter, modify, or nullify decisions of subordinates.

Answer 11

Power of Control

Question 12

o The President appoints officials, subject to Commission on Appointments confirmation,
including:
 Heads of executive departments.
 Ambassadors, public ministers, and consuls.
 Armed Forces officers ranked Colonel or Naval Captain and above.

Answer 12

Power to Appoint

Question 13

Restrictions on Presidential Power

Answer 13

Approval by the Commision on Appointment
Impeachment
Congressional Oversight
Judicial Review
Public Accountability

Question 14

is required for key appointments.

Answer 14

Approval by the Commision on Appointment

Question 15

The President can be impeached for constitutional violations.

Answer 15

Impeachment

Question 16

Congress can investigate presidential decisions.

Answer 16

Congressional Oversight

Question 17

Courts can review and nullify actions that violate the Constitution.

Answer 17

Judicial Review

Question 18

Pressure groups and public sentiment may influence policies.

Answer 18

Public Accountability

Question 19

Other Powers of the President

Answer 19

 Establish foreign relations.
 Borrow money on behalf of the state.
 Supervise government agencies.
 Ensure faithful execution of laws (Article VII, Section 17).

Question 20

Creates, amends, or repeals laws.

Answer 20

Legislative Branch

Question 21

Interprets and reviews laws.

Answer 21

Judicial Branch

Question 22

Implements and enforces laws.

Answer 22

Executive Branch

Question 23

The 1987 Constitution guarantees the rights of the accused under ____________________________________. These provisions ensure fairness and justice in criminal proceedings, safeguarding individuals
from abuse and preserving their dignity.

Answer 23

Article III, Sections 11 to 22