General Information Flashcards

1
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What is regarded by the State as a “primary social economic force”?

A

Labor

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2
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The lower chamber of the Congress of the Philippines is known by what name?

A

House of Representatives

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3
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What government agency thus the status of government employee in the free voluntary services belong?

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Barangay

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4
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What government of the DENR includes the protection of Industrial pollution of our Environment?

A

Solid Waste Management

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5
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According to the Article lll, section 15 of the Constitution, the writ of habeas corpus may be suspended in times of rebellion or what?

A

Invasion

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6
Q

Who among the following of the government does the Philippines adopt?
A. Republic
B. Democratic
C. Neither a nor b
D. Both a and b

A

D

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7
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Who among the following may issue a warrant of arrest or search warrant?
A. Senator
B. Judge
C. Congressman
D. President

A

B. Judge

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8
Q

What year was the Constitution of the Philippines ratified
A. 9003
B. 1897
C. 1987
D. 1798
E. 1877

A

C. 1987

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9
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True or False: The 1987 Constitution of the Philippines is the 10th Constitution of the country.

A

True

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10
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Which article of the 1987 Constitution discusses the Bill of Rights?

A

Article III

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11
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The 1987 Constitution was ratified during the presidency of __________.

A

Corazon Aquino

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12
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What is the primary purpose of the 1987 Constitution?

A

To establish a democratic government and protect the rights of citizens.

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13
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Which branch of government is responsible for making laws according to the 1987 Constitution?

A

Legislative branch

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14
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What form of government is established by the 1987 Constitution?

A

Unitary presidential constitutional republic

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15
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True or False: The 1987 Constitution allows for the establishment of political dynasties.

A

False

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16
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Which article of the 1987 Constitution contains provisions on the Executive Department?

A

Article II

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17
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What is the maximum term for a President under the 1987 Constitution?

A

Six years

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18
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Who has the power to appoint the members of the Cabinet according to the 1987 Constitution?

A

The President

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19
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Multiple choice: What is the primary duty of the President as stated in the 1987 Constitution? A) To legislate laws B) To enforce laws C) To interpret laws

A

B) To enforce laws

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20
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What body is tasked with the interpretation of laws and the Constitution?

A

The Supreme Court

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21
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True or False: The 1987 Constitution provides for a bicameral legislature.

22
Q

Fill in the blank: The two houses of the legislature are the Senate and the __________.

A

House of Representatives

23
Q

Which article in the 1987 Constitution outlines the rights of women?

A

Article II, Section 14

24
Q

What does Article IV of the 1987 Constitution cover?

A

Citizenship

25
Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a right protected by the Bill of Rights? A) Right to free speech B) Right to bear arms C) Right to due process
B) Right to bear arms
26
Who is the head of the state and government according to the 1987 Constitution?
The President
27
True or False: The 1987 Constitution mandates the protection of the environment.
True
28
What is the principle of separation of powers as established in the 1987 Constitution?
The division of government responsibilities into distinct branches to limit any one branch from exercising the core functions of another.
29
Fill in the blank: The 1987 Constitution provides for a __________ system of education.
free and accessible
30
What is the significance of Article VI in the 1987 Constitution?
It outlines the Legislative Department.
31
Multiple choice: How many senators are there in the Philippine Senate according to the 1987 Constitution? A) 12 B) 24 C) 36
B) 24
32
Which article of the 1987 Constitution discusses the National Territory?
Article I
33
True or False: The 1987 Constitution allows for the declaration of martial law.
True
34
What is the term length for members of the House of Representatives under the 1987 Constitution?
Three years
35
Fill in the blank: The Constitution mandates the State to promote __________.
social justice
36
What does Article XIII of the 1987 Constitution focus on?
Social Justice and Human Rights
37
Multiple choice: Which of the following is a fundamental right under the 1987 Constitution? A) Right to privacy B) Right to wealth C) Right to fame
A) Right to privacy
38
What is the role of the Commission on Human Rights according to the 1987 Constitution?
To promote and protect the rights of all people.
39
True or False: The 1987 Constitution allows for freedom of the press.
True
40
Fill in the blank: The 1987 Constitution requires the State to provide __________ for all citizens.
full employment
41
Which article of the 1987 Constitution discusses the rights of children?
Article XV
42
What is the primary function of the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) as established by the 1987 Constitution?
To coordinate and supervise the economic development planning of the government.
43
Multiple choice: What is the minimum age for a person to vote according to the 1987 Constitution? A) 15 B) 18 C) 21
B) 18
44
True or False: The 1987 Constitution prohibits discrimination based on gender.
True
45
Which article of the 1987 Constitution outlines the procedure for amending the Constitution?
Article XVII
46
Fill in the blank: The Constitution mandates the State to protect the rights of __________.
indigenous peoples
47
What is the purpose of the Local Government Code as established by the 1987 Constitution?
To provide for the structure and organization of local governments.
48
Multiple choice: The right to due process is guaranteed under which article of the 1987 Constitution? A) Article I B) Article III C) Article IV
B) Article III
49
True or False: The 1987 Constitution recognizes the importance of family as a basic social institution.
True
50
What is the role of the Department of Education as established by the 1987 Constitution?
To provide and promote education for all citizens.
51
Fill in the blank: The Constitution provides for a __________ system of government.
democratic
52
What are the two types of elections mentioned in the 1987 Constitution?
National and local elections.