Citizenship and Political Society Quiz

Citizenship and Nationality

• The prime duty of the government is to protect and promote the welfare of its citizens.

Rights and Responsibilities of a Filipino Citizen

• Duties and responsibilities of a Filipino citizen include:
  • Respecting the Constitution and obeying the laws
  • Paying taxes
  • Defending the State
  • Participating in the democratic process
  • Contributing to the development of the country
  • Protecting and preserving natural resources

Active Citizenship

• Active citizenship is an additional element that involves:
  • critical thinking and problem-solving
  • taking initiative and being proactive
  • being involved in the community and participating in civic activities

Becoming a Citizen of the Philippines

• According to the Philippine Constitution, ways to become a citizen of the Philippines include:
  • By birth
  • By naturalization
  • By election
  • Note: Being a citizen of another country is NOT a way to become a citizen of the Philippines.

Differences between Citizenship and Nationality

• Nationality refers to the country of origin or the country where a person was born
• Citizenship, on the other hand, refers to the legal status of being a member of a country with all its rights and responsibilities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• The duty of citizenship is to participate in the democratic process and contribute to the development of the country.
• The responsibility of a Filipino citizen with regard to natural resources is to protect and preserve them.
• The duty of a Filipino citizen with regard to laws and peace and order is to respect and obey the laws, and to contribute to the maintenance of peace and order in the country.