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Who has the exclusive power to initiate all cases of impeachment?

The Vice-President
The Supreme Court
The House of Representatives (correct)
The Senate

A complaint for impeachment may only be filed by a member of the Senate.

False (B)

What is the main consequence of impeachment cases according to the regulations outlined?

Disqualification from holding any office
Removal from office only
Prosecution according to law
Both B and C (correct)

What is one qualification required for a Vice-President to be elected?

At least 40 years of age Signup and view all the answers

The President of the Philippines can enter into transactions prohibited by prior statutes through executive agreements.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

The resignation of a public official can be determined from their actions and statements without a formal _____ of resignation.

letter Signup and view all the answers

What power does the President hold over the executive departments according to the content?

Control of all executive departments, bureaus, and offices Signup and view all the answers

How many session days does the Committee have to submit its report after a referral?

60 session days (A) Signup and view all the answers

Match the following parts of the impeachment process:

Verified complaint = Filed by any Member or citizen Committee report = Submitted within sixty session days Vote requirement = One-third of all Members needed Resignation validity = May be oral or written Signup and view all the answers

The main function of the Executive, as mandated by the Constitution, is to ______ laws enacted by Congress.

enforce Signup and view all the answers

The immunity from suit for a non-sitting president protects them against all criminal acts committed during their presidency.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their descriptions:

Impeachment = Process to remove a public official from office Executive Power = Authority to enforce laws Judicial Power = Authority to interpret laws Presidential Succession = Order of officials to replace the President Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best reflects the President's limitations regarding laws?

The President cannot indirectly repeal enacted laws. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What must occur for a resignation to be considered valid?

Intent to resign and acts of relinquishment Signup and view all the answers

The party convicted in an impeachment case has immunity from legal prosecution.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

What must Congress do to ensure the impeachment process is effectively carried out?

Promulgate its rules on impeachment Signup and view all the answers

What is required for the Senate to initiate impeachment proceedings?

A verified complaint from at least one-third of the House Members (A) Signup and view all the answers

The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court votes during impeachment trials.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

How many votes are required in the Senate to convict an official during impeachment proceedings?

Two-thirds of all the Members of the Senate Signup and view all the answers

No impeachment proceedings shall be initiated against the same official more than once within a period of _____ year(s).

one Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts with their descriptions:

Impeachment = The process of removing a President or official from office Chief Executive = The President's inherent powers to ensure law execution Senate = Body that solely tries and decides impeachment cases Chief Justice = Presides over presidential impeachment trials Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding the President's investigatory powers?

They are inherent powers of the President as Chief Executive (D) Signup and view all the answers

The Constitution mandates that the Government's prime duty is to serve and protect the people.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

What body is responsible for the trial of impeachment cases?

The Senate Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

House of Representatives impeachment power

The House of Representatives has the sole power to initiate impeachment proceedings.

Impeachment complaint filing

An impeachment complaint can be filed by a Representative or any citizen with the House's support.

Impeachment Committee Report

The committee investigating an impeachment complaint must submit a report to the House after a hearing.

Impeachment Resolution Consideration

The House must schedule an impeachment resolution for a vote within a specific timeframe after receiving the committee's report.