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Question 1

What is Hue and Cry?

Answer 1

A system of apprehending a criminal whereby the complainant assembles and reports the whereabouts of the perpetrator.

All male residents would then locate and apprehend the culprit, followed by a trial.

Question 2

Who is the Royal Judge?

Answer 2

A person who conducts criminal investigations and gives punishments that fit the crime committed.

This role is crucial in the judicial process.

Question 3

What is Trial by Ordeal?

Answer 3

A system determining guilt or innocence through painful tests of skills in ancient times.

This method was based on the belief that a divine power would protect the innocent.

Question 4

What does Shire-Reeve refer to?

Answer 4

55 military districts established by King William Norman.

‘Shire’ means district and ‘Reeve’ means ruler who made laws and imposed punishment.

Question 5

What is the role of a Sheriff?

Answer 5

The title of the chief constable or police officer in a certain town.

Sheriffs were responsible for law enforcement in their respective areas.

Question 6

What is a Traveling Judge?

Answer 6

A judge responsible for deciding cases taken from Shire-Reeve due to abuses.

This position helped address issues within local judicial systems.

Question 7

What does Leges Henrici refer to?

Answer 7

The law of King Henri I that classified offenses against the king and individuals.

It established important principles for policing and public officials.

Question 8

What significant legal principle comes from the Magna Carta?

Answer 8

No free man shall be imprisoned except by legal judgment of his peers.

This principle laid the groundwork for modern legal systems.

Question 9

What was the significance of the Statute of 1295?

Answer 9

It prescribed the closing of the gates of London at sundown, marking the start of curfew systems.

This law was aimed at maintaining order during the night.

Question 10

What is the role of a Justice of the Peace?

Answer 10

A position that gives a person the power to arrest, pursue, and impose judgment.

Justices of the Peace played a vital role in local law enforcement.

Question 11

What was the Star Chamber Court?

Answer 11

A special court that tried offenses against the state.

This court was known for its lack of transparency and often harsh rulings.

Question 12

Who established the Metropolitan Police Service?

Answer 12

Sir Robert Peel, in 1829, creating the world’s first organized police force.

Peel is referred to as the Father of the Modern Policing system.

Question 13

What were the Bow Street Runners?

Answer 13

An early police force established by Henry Fielding in London.

They were known for their proactive approach to law enforcement.

Question 14

What is the role of Night Watchmen?

Answer 14

They were bound to duty from sunset to sunrise to maintain order.

This role was crucial in early urban policing.

Question 15

Fill in the blank: The _______ was established by Sir Robert Peel and is known as the world’s first organized police force.

Answer 15

Metropolitan Police Service

Question 16

What characterized the Pre-Spanish Regime in the Philippine Police?

Answer 16

Baranganic Society.

This refers to the social structure and governance before Spanish colonization.

Question 17

Who is referred to as the Village Chief?

Answer 17

An administrative leader of the community.

The Village Chief plays a crucial role in local governance and community welfare.

Question 18

What is the Code of Kalantiao?

Answer 18

A law that gives harsh and savage punishment.

This code reflects the historical legal practices in certain communities.

Question 19

What is the Maragtas Code known for?

Answer 19

Considered as the oldest written law.

The Maragtas Code is significant in Philippine legal history.

Question 20

What was the purpose of the Carabineros De Seguridad Publica?

Answer 20

Organized in 1712 for the purpose of carrying the regulations of the Department of State.

This group served as an early form of police in the Philippines.

Question 21

What role did the GUARDIA CIVIL play in the Philippines?

Answer 21

A police organization created by the Royal Decree issued by the Spanish Crown government on February 12, 1852.

It consisted of Filipino policemen organized in provincial capitals.

Question 22

What were the responsibilities of the Japanese Military Police known as KEMPEITAI?

Answer 22

Maintaining peace and order in Manila and adjacent urban areas.

KEMPEITAI operated during the Japanese occupation until 1945.

Question 23

What significant event occurred on February 7, 1945?

Answer 23

Gen. Douglas McArthur returned to the Philippines.

This marked a pivotal moment in Philippine history during World War II.

Question 24

Who became the first president of the Philippines after independence?

Answer 24

Pres. Manuel Roxas.

Roxas played a vital role in the post-independence governance of the Philippines.

Question 25

What was established on November 30, 1890?

Answer 25

Insular Police Force. ## Footnote This force was created during the Filipino-American war.

Question 26

What event signaled the end of the Filipino-American war?

Answer 26

The capture of General Emilio Aguinaldo on March 23, 1901. ## Footnote Aguinaldo was a key figure in the fight for Philippine independence.

Question 27

Who was William Howard Taft in relation to the Philippines?

Answer 27

Head of the Second Philippine Commission and civil governor after military rule. ## Footnote Taft's administration marked a transition to civilian governance.

Question 28

What was the Insular Constabulary?

Answer 28

Created on July 18, 1901, by virtue of Act Nr. 175. ## Footnote This organization was essential for maintaining peace and order.

Question 29

When was the Manila Police Department (MPD) organized?

Answer 29

July 31, 1901, by virtue of Act Nr. 183 of the Philippine Commission. ## Footnote The MPD is one of the earliest organized police departments in the Philippines.

Question 30

Who was the first Chief of Police of the Manila Police Department?

Answer 30

Capt. George Curry, a US Army officer appointed by the TAFT COMMISSION. ## Footnote His appointment marked the beginning of a structured police force in Manila.

Question 31

Fill in the blank: The last American Chief of Police of MPD before WWII was _______.

Answer 31

Capt. Columbus Piatt. ## Footnote His tenure ended just before the outbreak of World War II.

Question 32

What was the Philippine Constabulary (PC) formerly known as?

Answer 32

Insular Constabulary ## Footnote The change occurred by virtue of Act Nr. 255.

Question 33

Who was the first Chief of the Philippine Constabulary?

Answer 33

Capt. Henry T. Allen ## Footnote He served from 1901 to 1907 and is known as the Father of Constabulary in the Philippines.

Question 34

What was the composition of the Philippine Constabulary?

Answer 34

Manned mostly by Filipinos, but officers were mostly Americans.

Question 35

When was the Revised Administrative Code of 1917 approved?

Answer 35

A year before World War I ended.

Question 36

Who was the first Filipino Chief of Police of the Philippine Constabulary?

Answer 36

Brig/Gen. Rafael Crame ## Footnote He served from 1917 to 1927.

Question 37

What did the National Defense Act or Commonwealth Act No. 1 enact?

Answer 37

Created the Philippine Army.

Question 38

What ended the service of the Philippine Constabulary as an Insular Police Force?

Answer 38

The National Defense Act or Commonwealth Act No. 1.

Question 39

What was entrusted to the State Police by Commonwealth Act No. 88?

Answer 39

The Insular Police duties of the defunct Philippine Constabulary.

Question 40

What did Commonwealth Act No. 343 do?

Answer 40

Reconstituted the Philippine Constabulary.

Question 41

What was the purpose of President Quezon's Executive Order No. 153?

Answer 41

Withdraws the Philippine Constabulary from the Army as an independent unit.

Question 42

What did Act No. 181 create?

Answer 42

The Bureau of Investigation in November 1938.

Question 43

Who was appointed Chief of Constabulary until 1942?

Answer 43

Brig. General Guillermo Francisco.

Question 44

Who was the first Filipino Chief of Police when the Manila Police Department became all-Filipino?

Answer 44

Col. Antonio C. Torres.

Question 45

What significant action did Col. Antonio C. Torres take during World War II?

Answer 45

Declared Manila as an open city.

Question 46

What did President Sergio Osmena's E.O. on October 28, 1944, accomplish?

Answer 46

Reconstituted insular police into the military police command.

Question 47

What was created by R.A. 157 on June 29, 1947?

Answer 47

The National Bureau of Investigation.

Question 48

When was the Constabulary revived?

Answer 48

July 1, 1947.

Question 49

Who was the first Chief of the Manila Police Department appointed by President Roxas?

Answer 49

Col. Lamberto T. Javalera.

Question 50

What did R.A. 26780 do?

Answer 50

Expanded and reorganized the NBI as an investigative and research service agency.

Question 51

What is the Police Act of 1966 also known as?

Answer 51

R.A. 4864.

Question 52

What did the Police Act of 1966 create?

Answer 52

The office of the Police Commission (POLCOM).

Question 53

What law provided legal guidelines for police reform at a national level?

Answer 53

R.A. 4864.

Question 54

What did P.D. 7650 enact regarding NAPOLCOM?

Answer 54

It should be under the office of the Ministry of National Defense.

Question 55

What did R.A. 6975, approved on December 13, 1990, establish?

Answer 55

The Philippine National Police (PNP).

Question 56

Fill in the blank: The DILG Act 1990 is also recognized as the _______.

Answer 56

PNP Law of 1991.