Article III, Sections VII & VIII Quiz

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Which section of the Article 3 Bill of Rights secures the right of people to access information on matters of public concern?

Section 4

Section 10

Section 6

Section 7 (correct)

Where can we exercise our right to access information on matters of public concern?

Free Information Portal

Freedom of Information Portal (correct)

Right to Access Information Portal

Article 3 Bill of Rights

Which of the following types of information could we access?

Transactions or Decisions (correct)

Prejudicial Premature Disclosure

Documents and Papers pertaining to official Acts (correct)

Official Records (correct)

Which information is not accessible to the public?

Information Covered by Executive Privilege Signup and view all the answers

What three elements are necessary to ensure a shared reality, rule of law, and democracy?

Facts, truth, trust Signup and view all the answers

Who claimed the phrase 'if we don't have the right information, we couldn't certainly act'?

Maria Ressa Signup and view all the answers

Which section of Article 3 Bill of Rights secures the right to form unions, organizations, and associations?

Section 8 Signup and view all the answers

According to the Labor Code of the Philippines, can managerial employees join and create unions?

Both B and C Signup and view all the answers

What does 'equal protection of laws' in Section 11 imply?

All persons should be treated equally under the law Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the Philippine Constitution contains Section 11?

Article 3 Signup and view all the answers

Who does Section 11 aim to protect?

All persons equally Signup and view all the answers

The right to equal protection of laws in Section 11 is a part of which larger set of rights?

Bill of Rights Signup and view all the answers

How are laws applied to everyone according to Section 11?

Equally Signup and view all the answers

What principle is upheld in the justice system according to Section 11?

Fairness and equality Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the equal protection clause in Section 11?

To ensure fairness in applying laws Signup and view all the answers

What is Section 14 primarily concerned with?

Due process of law Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is prohibited under Section 19 of Article III of the 1987 Philippine Constitution?

Cruel, degrading, or inhuman punishment Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'excessive fines' refer to in the context of Section 19 of the 1987 Constitution?

Fines that are greater than the crime committed Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following punishments is specifically prohibited by Section 19 of the 1987 Constitution?

Corporal punishment or physical abuse Signup and view all the answers

Can the state impose fines or punishments that degrade a person’s dignity according to Section 19?

No, punishments should uphold human dignity Signup and view all the answers

How does Section 19 of the 1987 Constitution safeguard the rights of convicted individuals?

By preventing cruel or inhuman punishments and excessive fines Signup and view all the answers

Which statement reflects the principle of proportionality as applied in Section 19?

The punishment should fit the crime, and should not be excessive. Signup and view all the answers

What principle is emphasized by Section 19 regarding offender treatment by the State?

Punishment must be humane and proportionate to the offense. Signup and view all the answers

What liability to pay money arises out of a contract, express or implied?

Debt Signup and view all the answers

Which tax is a fixed amount imposed on individuals residing within a specified territory?

Poll tax Signup and view all the answers

What does Section 19 of Article III of the 1987 Philippine Constitution primarily prohibit?

Excessive fines and cruel, degrading, or inhuman punishment Signup and view all the answers

What should one not be punished for according to legal principles?

Poverty Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can the death penalty be imposed according to Section 19?

When Congress prescribes it for heinous crimes Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately reflects Section 20 of Article III?

No person shall be imprisoned for debt or non-payment of a poll tax. Signup and view all the answers

What was Section 20 never meant to include?

Both A and B Signup and view all the answers

What is known as community tax?

Cedula Signup and view all the answers

This provision ensures that a person cannot be jailed solely due to inability to pay financial obligations like debts or poll taxes.

Art. III of sect. 20 Signup and view all the answers

What type of legislative act punishes individuals without providing them a judicial trial?

Bill of Attainder Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an ex post facto law?

It aggravates the punishment of the accused twice the original penalty Signup and view all the answers

What constitutional provision does RA 8080 violate?

Art.III Sec. 22 Signup and view all the answers

Which act can retroactively penalize a public offense that was not considered illegal at the time of its commission?

Ex post facto law Signup and view all the answers

What does Art.III Sec. 22 state regarding the enactment of laws?

No ex post facto law or bill of attainder shall be enacted. Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason for the constitutional prohibition against bills of attainder?

They can be abused. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding actions performed before a law takes effect?

Such actions cannot be penalized due to ex post facto law restrictions. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a bill of attainder?

It punishes individuals without trial. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Access to Information and Right to Assemble

Article III, Section 7 of the Bill of Rights secures the public's right to access information on public concern.
The Freedom of Information Portal is the primary platform for exercising this right.
Accessible information includes official records and documentation related to official acts, while prejudicial premature disclosure is not accessible.
Certain information, such as government research and details related to national security, is restricted under executive privilege.
Essential for democracy: facts, truth, and trust must be present for a shared reality.
The phrase "if we don't have the right information, we couldn't certainly act" is attributed to Maria Ressa.
Article III, Section 8 guarantees the right to form unions or organizations.
Managerial employees generally cannot be union members but can do so with specific limitations as per the Labor Code of the Philippines.

Equal Protection Under the Law

Article III, Section 11 emphasizes the equal protection of laws for all individuals.
Everyone, not just government officials or the wealthy, is entitled to legal protection.
The term "equal protection of laws" means all persons should be treated equally under the law.
Section 11 is part of the Bill of Rights, ensuring laws apply equally and uphold fairness in the justice system.

Right to Bail

Article III, Section 13 relates to bail rights, stating not all offenses are bailable.
Excessive bail is prohibited, promoting fairness in the judiciary.
The right to bail is fundamental, even when the writ of habeas corpus is suspended.
Bail may be denied for capital offenses, and it must be reasonable in amount.

Due Process and Punishment

Article III, Section 14 focuses on due process, ensuring timely and fair trials.
Section 19 prohibits cruel, degrading, or inhuman punishment and excessive fines.
Punishments must respect human dignity, with proportionality emphasized in sentencing.
The imposition of the death penalty requires congressional prescription for heinous crimes.

Financial Liabilities and Imprisonment

Article III, Section 20 states that individuals cannot be imprisoned solely for debts or poll taxes.
Fines imposed for criminal convictions do not fall under this prohibition, as they are punishments for criminal actions.
The section promotes social justice by ensuring no one is jailed for financial inability.

Ex Post Facto and Bill of Attainder

Article III, Section 22 prohibits ex post facto laws and bills of attainder, protecting individuals from laws that retroactively punish actions.
A bill of attainder inflicts punishment without allowing a judicial trial.
Ex post facto laws cannot impose penalties retroactively or affect actions leading up to their enactment, ensuring due process.

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Test your knowledge on Article III of the Bill of Rights with this quiz focusing on Sections VII and VIII. Explore the right to access information regarding public concern, as well as the avenues through which this right can be exercised. Challenge yourself and learn more about this important topic!