PHILIPPINE GOVERNMENT Flashcards
What is the current Constitution of the Philippines?
1987 Constitution
Who is the head of the executive branch in the Philippines?
The President
What is the highest court in the Philippines?
Supreme Court
How long is the term of a Philippine president?
6 years
What is the lower house of Congress in the Philippines called?
House of Representatives
What is the upper house of Congress in the Philippines called?
Senate
How many senators are there in the Philippine Senate?
24
Who is the presiding officer of the Senate?
Senate President
How many justices serve on the Philippine Supreme Court?
15
What is the primary function of the legislative branch in the Philippines?
To make laws
What is the role of the Commission on Elections (COMELEC)?
To oversee elections
What is the minimum age requirement for a Philippine presidential candidate?
40 years old
What type of government does the Philippines have?
Democratic and Republican
Who is the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Philippines?
The President
What is the term length for members of the House of Representatives?
3 years
Which agency is responsible for investigating government corruption in the Philippines?
Ombudsman
How often are barangay elections held in the Philippines?
Every 3 years
What is the name of the official residence of the President of the Philippines?
Malacañang Palace
What is the minimum voting age in the Philippines?
18 years old
Who is the Vice President of the Philippines as of 2023?
Sara Duterte
What is the body responsible for national budget planning and management in the Philippines?
Department of Budget and Management
How many members of Congress can the House of Representatives have according to the 1987 Constitution?
Up to 250 representatives
What is the term for the decentralized local government units in the Philippines?
Local Government Units (LGUs)
What is the principle of separation of powers?
Division of government powers into three branches
Who heads the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) in the Philippines?
Secretary of Foreign Affairs
How long is the term of office for Philippine senators?
6 years
What is the role of the Department of Justice (DOJ) in the Philippines?
To enforce laws and administer justice
Which branch of government interprets the laws?
Judicial branch
What is the electoral system used in the Philippines?
Plurality voting system
What is the title given to the head of the Supreme Court?
Chief Justice
What is the function of the Sandiganbayan?
To try cases involving public officials and corruption
Which office is responsible for approving the national budget in the Philippines?
Congress
Who appoints the members of the Cabinet in the Philippines?
The President
Who becomes President if the current President is unable to serve?
The Vice President
What is the government agency tasked with census and statistics in the Philippines?
Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)
What is the mandate of the Department of Education (DepEd)?
To oversee and improve basic education
What is the term for an official agreement between the Philippines and another country?
Treaty
What is the smallest political unit in the Philippines?
Barangay
What is the Filipino term for the national budget?
Pambansang Badyet
Who has the power to declare Martial Law in the Philippines?
The President
What body is responsible for the creation of laws in the Philippines?
Congress
Who confirms the appointments made by the President?
Commission on Appointments
Who is responsible for managing public finances in the Philippines?
Department of Finance
What is the principle of checks and balances?
Each branch of government has powers to limit the others
What law governs local autonomy in the Philippines?
Local Government Code of 1991
What is the role of the Department of Health (DOH)?
To ensure public health services
Who has the power to impeach the President of the Philippines?
House of Representatives
What is the primary function of the Judicial and Bar Council (JBC)?
To recommend appointees to the judiciary
What is the voting system used in barangay elections?
Non-partisan election system
What is the main responsibility of the Department of National Defense (DND)?
To protect the country from external threats
What is the role of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)?
To provide social services and assistance
Who appoints the justices of the Supreme Court in the Philippines?
The President, with confirmation by the Commission on Appointments
What is the highest-ranking military official in the Philippines?
Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces
What is the role of the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA)?
To coordinate economic development planning
Which government agency is responsible for trade and industry promotion?
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)
Who was the first President of the Philippines?
Emilio Aguinaldo
Who has the authority to approve treaties in the Philippines?
Senate
What is the responsibility of the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG)?
To oversee local governments and maintain peace and order
What is the role of the Office of the Solicitor General (OSG)?
To represent the government in legal proceedings
What is the role of the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR)?
To collect taxes
What does ‘barangay’ mean in Filipino?
Village or community
Who was the first female President of the Philippines?
Corazon Aquino
What is the primary role of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST)?
To promote scientific and technological advancement
What is the Philippine law-making process?
Bill is proposed, approved by Congress, and signed by the President
What is the main role of the Department of Tourism (DOT)?
To promote tourism in the Philippines
What is the official language of the Philippine government?
Filipino and English
Who supervises the Philippine National Police (PNP)?
Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG)
What is the term of office for a Barangay Captain?
3 years
Who is the Speaker of the House of Representatives as of 2023?
Martin Romualdez
What is the main responsibility of the Department of Agriculture (DA)?
To improve agriculture and food production
How many branches of government does the Philippines have?
Three
What does ‘LGU’ stand for?
Local Government Unit
Who can veto a bill passed by Congress?
The President
What is the role of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)?
To regulate the monetary system
Who is the current Chief Justice of the Supreme Court as of 2023?
Alexander Gesmundo
Which agency is responsible for disaster preparedness in the Philippines?
National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC)
What is the main function of the Senate Committee on Finance?
To review and approve government spending and budget
Who is the head of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)?
Secretary of Labor and Employment
What is the role of the Department of Energy (DOE)?
To oversee energy resources and policies
Who has the authority to grant pardons in the Philippines?
The President
What is the role of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)?
To protect the environment and manage natural resources
Who has the power to pass laws related to tax collection in the Philippines?
Congress
What is the Philippine judicial branch’s main function?
To interpret laws
Who was the author of the Philippine National Anthem?
Julian Felipe
How many stars are on the Philippine flag?
Three
Who was the first Speaker of the House of Representatives in the Philippines?
Sergio Osmeña
What is the primary role of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH)?
To maintain and develop public infrastructure
Who is responsible for appointing Philippine ambassadors?
The President
Which agency handles the registration of businesses in the Philippines?
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
What is the main purpose of the Commission on Audit (COA)?
To audit government finances and expenditures
What is the role of the Department of Transportation (DOTr)?
To manage transportation policies and infrastructure
What is the main purpose of the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT)?
To oversee information technology development and communication services
What is the role of the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA)?
To manage and regulate overseas employment
Who leads the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP)?
Chairperson of NHCP
What is the oldest law in the Philippines still in effect?
The Maura Law of 1893
Who has the power to create new provinces in the Philippines?
Congress
Under which Philippine president was the first autonomous region in Muslim Mindanao created?
Corazon Aquino
What is the primary role of the Judicial and Bar Council in the Philippines?
To screen and recommend candidates for the judiciary
In which year was the Bangsamoro Organic Law signed into law?
2018
What is the maximum number of consecutive terms a Philippine congressman can serve?
Three
What is the main role of the National Intelligence Coordinating Agency (NICA)?
To provide intelligence for national security
Which agency is responsible for regulating food and drug safety in the Philippines?
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
What is the minimum age requirement to be a senator in the Philippines?
35 years old
Which body is responsible for hearing cases of impeachment in the Philippines?
Senate
What is the term used for the President’s official discretionary fund in the Philippines?
Presidential Social Fund
Who was the first Supreme Court Chief Justice appointed during the Philippine Commonwealth period?
Ramon Avanceña
Which department handles the distribution of social pensions to senior citizens?
Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)
Who oversees the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)?
Monetary Board
Which department is responsible for the management and regulation of the country’s natural resources?
Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)
How many Philippine Supreme Court justices must agree to declare a law unconstitutional?
A majority
What is the primary legislative oversight body in the Philippines?
Commission on Audit (COA)
What is the role of the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA)?
To combat bureaucratic inefficiencies and reduce red tape
Under what law are Indigenous Peoples’ rights in the Philippines protected?
Indigenous Peoples’ Rights Act (IPRA)
Who has the power to propose amendments to the Philippine Constitution?
Congress and a constitutional convention
What is the term for a national referendum called to approve constitutional amendments?
Plebiscite
Which government body is responsible for licensing and regulating banks in the Philippines?
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)
What is the law governing citizenship acquisition in the Philippines?
Philippine Citizenship Law
What is the specific power of the Philippine Ombudsman?
To investigate and prosecute government officials
What term describes the judicial review power to examine the constitutionality of executive actions?
Judicial review
What body is responsible for monitoring foreign nationals entering and leaving the Philippines?
Bureau of Immigration (BI)
Who administers the Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA)?
Board of Trustees
Under which department does the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) operate?
Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG)
Who can declare the creation of a special economic zone in the Philippines?
The President
What is the role of the National Privacy Commission (NPC)?
To protect individual data privacy rights
Who chairs the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA)?
The President
What is the main role of the Office of the Government Corporate Counsel (OGCC)?
To represent government-owned corporations in legal matters
What is the term of office for a Commissioner of the Commission on Elections (COMELEC)?
7 years
Who was the first Ombudsman of the Philippines?
Conrado M. Vasquez
Which Philippine president signed the Local Government Code of 1991 into law?
Corazon Aquino
What is the role of the Philippine Reclamation Authority?
To manage land reclamation projects
Who has the authority to appoint members of the Monetary Board?
The President, with confirmation from the Commission on Appointments
What is the main function of the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC)?
To regulate and supervise telecommunications services
Under which department does the Philippine National Police (PNP) operate?
Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG)
Which constitutional commission is tasked with promoting good governance in the Philippines?
Civil Service Commission (CSC)
Who was the first Filipino to serve as President of the UN General Assembly?
Carlos P. Romulo
Which government body regulates water services in Metro Manila?
Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS)
What does RA 8371, the Indigenous Peoples’ Rights Act of 1997, establish?
Recognition and protection of Indigenous Peoples’ rights
Which law mandates free public tertiary education in state universities and colleges?
Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act
What agency is tasked with enforcing Philippine fishing laws?
Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR)
What is the purpose of the People’s Survival Fund?
To fund climate adaptation projects in the Philippines
What is the main responsibility of the Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP)?
To provide financial services and support for development projects
Who has the power to pardon individuals convicted of crimes in the Philippines?
The President
Which agency regulates advertisements in the Philippines?
Ad Standards Council (ASC)
Who is responsible for setting the minimum wage in the Philippines?
Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Boards
Which agency is tasked with enforcing intellectual property laws?
Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL)
What government body is responsible for creating national guidelines for urban planning?
Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board (HLURB)
Which agency oversees the welfare of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs)?
Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA)
What does the Anti-Hazing Act of 2018 seek to prevent?
Hazing and initiation violence
Under the Constitution, which government agency is responsible for planning and budgeting?
Department of Budget and Management (DBM)
What is the term for the judicial power to void executive or legislative actions in the Philippines?
Judicial review
Who has the authority to audit all government agencies in the Philippines?
Commission on Audit (COA)
Who has the authority to confirm or reject presidential appointments in the Philippines?
Commission on Appointments
What is the primary role of the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD)?
To manage housing policies and urban development
Under what department does the Bureau of Customs operate?
Department of Finance
Who was the first Filipino Chief Justice of the Philippine Supreme Court?
Cayetano Arellano
Which agency regulates the media and broadcast industry in the Philippines?
National Telecommunications Commission (NTC)
What is the term used for the government’s rights over minerals and resources?
Patrimonial ownership
What does the Administrative Code of 1987 establish?
The structure and functions of government agencies
Who chairs the Commission on Human Rights in the Philippines?
Chairperson appointed by the President
What law created the Philippine Space Agency?
Philippine Space Act
Who has the authority to suspend local government officials in the Philippines?
The Office of the Ombudsman or DILG
Which agency is tasked with conservation of Philippine cultural heritage?
National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA)
What does the term ‘fiscal autonomy’ refer to in Philippine governance?
Independent budget control for certain government branches
Which government office issues passports to Philippine citizens?
Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA)
Who was the Philippine president who implemented the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program (CARP)?
Corazon Aquino
What body enforces the Philippines’ data protection laws?
National Privacy Commission (NPC)
Under which department does the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) operate?
Department of Finance
Who has the authority to create special courts in the Philippines?
Supreme Court
Which department leads the national anti-poverty programs in the Philippines?
National Anti-Poverty Commission (NAPC)
Which government agency monitors pollution levels and environmental compliance?
Environmental Management Bureau (EMB)
What is the legal basis for public access to government records in the Philippines?
Freedom of Information (FOI) Order
Who leads the National Intelligence Coordinating Agency (NICA)?
Director-General appointed by the President
What is the primary function of the National Historical Commission of the Philippines?
To preserve and promote historical sites and artifacts
Who enforces laws protecting consumers in the Philippines?
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)
What does the Anti-Terrorism Act of 2020 aim to address?
Prevent terrorism and threats to national security
Which agency oversees civil aviation in the Philippines?
Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP)
Which agency is tasked with regulating renewable energy in the Philippines?
Department of Energy (DOE)
Who can declare a ‘state of calamity’ in the Philippines?
The President or local government unit
Under which department does the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) operate?
Office of the President
What is the primary role of the Armed Forces of the Philippines?
To protect national sovereignty and security
Who is responsible for managing the Philippine national debt?
Bureau of the Treasury
Which agency is responsible for developing the Philippines’ national land use policy?
National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA)
What is the role of the Philippine National Volunteer Service Coordinating Agency?
To promote volunteerism and coordinate volunteer programs
Which agency is tasked with managing forestry resources in the Philippines?
Forest Management Bureau (FMB)
Who represents the Philippines in foreign diplomatic affairs?
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA)
What is the significance of RA 10368, the Human Rights Victims Reparation and Recognition Act?
To recognize and compensate Martial Law victims
Which department is responsible for regulating government procurement?
Government Procurement Policy Board (GPPB)
Under what department does the Bureau of Quarantine operate?
“Department of Health (DOH)
