Lesson 1: Political Science Flashcards
study of
politics, power,
and government
political science
refers to those who live in the state.
it is the group of individuals who
constitute the state’s citizens and
residents
ppl/population
defined geographical area over which it has jurisdiction, includes: land, water, airspace.d
recognized by other stte and international law
territory
principle of
international law that pertains specifically to
archipelagic states
Archipelagic Doctrine
article 1 of the 1987
terrestrial, fluvial and aerial
domains
the
organization or system of
institutions that exercises
authority and makes and
enforces laws for the state
government
President of the Philippines is the head of state and government,
responsible for executing laws, running the government, and leading
the military.
Executive Branch
The Congress can impeach and remove the
President from office for certain offenses like treason or bribery
Legislative Power
The Supreme Court can declare executive
actions unconstitutional through judicial review.
Judicial Power
This branch is responsible for making laws, approving budgets, and
overseeing the executive through hearings and investigations.
Legislative Branch
President can veto bills passed by Congress,
although Congress can override this veto with a two-thirds majority vote
Executive Veto
The Supreme Court can declare laws passed by
Congress unconstitutional
Judicial Review
The Senate must concur in certain executive
agreements and treaties, providing a check on the executive’s foreign
policy powers
Senate’s Power
The judiciary interprets the laws and ensures they are in line with the
Constitution
Judicial Branch
the President appoints justices to the Supreme Court, with the Commission on Appointment confirming these appointments
Executive Power
