TOPIC: PHILIPPINE CITIZENSHIP & NATIONALISM Flashcards
refers to the legal bond between an individual and a sovereign state, entitling the individual to the protection of the state while obligating him/her to certain duties.
Citizenship
is determined by
birth (jus sanguinis) or naturalization.
Citizenship
defines an individual’s
membership in a political community.
Citizenship
what article states the definition of citizenship
Philippine Constitution, Article IV, Section 1:
A person whose father or mother is a
Filipino citizen is a Filipino citizen, regardless of the place of birth.
Sanguinis (by bloodline):
A legal process by which a non-Filipino individual acquires Filipino citizenship.
Naturalization
This requires residence in the Philippines, good moral
character, knowledge of the local language, and support for the
Constitution.
Naturalization
known as the Citizenship Retention and Re-acquisition Act of 2003
Republic Act No. 9225
allows natural-born Filipinos who have lost their Philippine
citizenship to reacquire it.
Dual Citizenship or Republic Act No. 9225
This promotes greater participation in national
development and civic duties from Filipinos abroad.
Dual Citizenship or Republic Act No. 9225
5 Duties and Responsibilities of a Filipino Citizen
○ Upholding and defending the Constitution.
○ Respecting the rights and freedoms of others.
○ Obeying laws and paying taxes.
○ Participating in civic and political processes (e.g., voting).
○ Contributing to national development.
3 rights of a filipino citizen
○ Right to life, liberty, and property.
○ Right to education, due process, and equal protection of the law.
○ Right to participate in the electoral process.
is the sense of loyalty and devotion to one’s country.
Nationalism
It is the desire
for national advancement, development, and unity
Nationalism
fosters a strong
identity, pride, and love for the country.
Nationalism
traces back to the Spanish colonial period, where Filipino
intellectuals and revolutionaries led movements for independence.
Philippine nationalism
(led by José Rizal, Marcelo H. del Pilar, and
Graciano López Jaena)
The Propaganda Movement
(led by Andrés Bonifacio)
Katipunan
played
significant roles in fostering a sense of national identity.
The Propaganda Movement & Katipunan
what year did the Philippine Revolution against Spain
1896
the declaration of Philippine
Independence on
June 12, 1898
2 events that marked key milestones in the country’s
nationalistic movement.
Philippine Revolution against Spain and the declaration of Philippine Independence
3 National Symbols and Their Importance
Philippine Flag:
Lupang Hinirang:
Jose Rizal:
Represents independence, courage, and patriotism.
Philippine Flag:
