GENERAL INFO - ARTICLES I to XVIII

Question 1

Q: What does Article I of the Philippine Constitution cover?

Answer 1

A: Article I covers the national territory of the Philippines.

Question 2

Q: How is the national territory of the Philippines defined?

Answer 2

A: The national territory includes the Philippine archipelago, with all the islands and waters embraced therein, as well as other territories over which the Philippines has sovereignty or jurisdiction.

Question 3

Q: What does Article II of the Philippine Constitution contain?

Answer 3

A: Article II contains the Declaration of Principles and State Policies, which are guiding principles for governance.

Question 4

Q: What are some key principles and policies in Article II?

Answer 4

A: Some key principles include sovereignty of the people, social justice, promotion of peace, nationalism, and democracy.

Question 5

Q: What does Article III of the Philippine Constitution guarantee?

Answer 5

A: Article III guarantees the Bill of Rights, which protects the fundamental rights and liberties of the people.

Question 6

Q: What are some rights protected in the Bill of Rights?

Answer 6

A: Some rights include the right to life, liberty, due process, equal protection under the law, freedom of speech, religion, and the right against unreasonable searches and seizures.

Question 7

Q: What does Article IV of the Philippine Constitution pertain to?

Answer 7

A: Article IV covers citizenship in the Philippines.

Question 8

Q: How can a person become a Filipino citizen?

Answer 8

A: A person can become a Filipino citizen by birth, naturalization, or through other means provided by law.

Question 9

Q: What does Article V of the Philippine Constitution deal with?

Answer 9

A: Article V deals with suffrage, which is the right to vote.

Question 10

Q: Who are qualified to vote in the Philippines?

Answer 10

A: Filipino citizens who are at least 18 years old and who meet other requirements prescribed by law are qualified to vote.

Question 11

Q: What does Article VI of the Philippine Constitution establish?

Answer 11

A: Article VI establishes the Legislative Department, which is the Congress of the Philippines.

Question 12

Q: What are the two houses of Congress?

Answer 12

A: The two houses of Congress are the Senate and the House of Representatives.

Question 13

Q: What does Article VII of the Philippine Constitution create?

Answer 13

A: Article VII creates the Executive Department, which is headed by the President of the Philippines.

Question 14

Q: What are the qualifications to become President of the Philippines?

Answer 14

A: Among other qualifications, the President must be a natural-born citizen, at least 40 years old, able to read and write, and a resident of the Philippines for at least 10 years before the election.

Question 15

Q: What does Article VIII of the Philippine Constitution establish?

Answer 15

A: Article VIII establishes the Judiciary, which is the third branch of government.

Question 16

Q: What is the duty of the Judiciary?

Answer 16

A: The Judiciary’s duty is to interpret laws, resolve legal disputes, and ensure the rule of law.

Question 17

Q: What does Article IX of the Philippine Constitution cover?

Answer 17

A: Article IX covers the three independent constitutional commissions: the Civil Service Commission (CSC), the Commission on Elections (COMELEC), and the Commission on Audit (COA).

Question 18

Q: What are the functions of the Civil Service Commission?

Answer 18

A: The Civil Service Commission oversees the recruitment, promotion, and discipline of civil servants in the government.

Question 19

Q: What does Article X of the Philippine Constitution pertain to?

Answer 19

A: Article X pertains to local government, including the creation and organization of local government units.

Question 20

Q: What is the role of local government units in the Philippines?

Answer 20

A: Local government units have the power to create their revenue, enact ordinances, and manage their local affairs.

Question 21

Q: What does Article XI of the Philippine Constitution address?

Answer 21

A: Article XI addresses the accountability of public officers, including impeachable officials.

Question 22

Q: What is the process for impeaching the President or other impeachable officials?

Answer 22

A: Impeachable officials may be impeached by the House of Representatives and tried by the Senate.

Question 23

Q: What does Article XII of the Philippine Constitution cover?

Answer 23

A: Article XII covers the national economy and patrimony, including provisions on foreign ownership of land and businesses.

Question 24

Q: What are the limitations on foreign ownership of land in the Philippines?

Answer 24

A: Foreigners are generally prohibited from owning land in the Philippines, with exceptions allowed by law.

Question 25

Q: What does Article XIII of the Philippine Constitution focus on?

Answer 25

A: Article XIII focuses on social justice and human rights, including provisions for labor, agrarian reform, and urban land reform.

Question 26

Q: What are some of the provisions for labor in Article XIII?

Answer 26

A: Provisions for labor include rights to just wages, security of tenure, and safe working conditions.

Question 27

Q: What does Article XIV of the Philippine Constitution encompass?

Answer 27

A: Article XIV encompasses education, science, technology, arts, culture, and sports.

Question 28

Q: What is the role of the state in promoting education according to Article XIV?

Answer 28

A: The state shall promote quality and accessible education for all citizens.

Question 29

Q: What does Article XV of the Philippine Constitution address?

Answer 29

A: Article XV addresses the family as the foundation of the nation.

Question 30

Q: What are some provisions in Article XV related to the family?

Answer 30

A: Article XV upholds the sanctity of marriage, the rights of children, and the protection of the family as a basic social institution.