10 Questions
What is the main objective of social justice?
Promotion of the welfare of all people
What is a key principle underlying social justice according to the text?
Respect and recognition of people's organizations
What does suffrage entail in the Philippines?
Allowing all citizens over 18 years old to vote
What types of rights are included under social and economic rights?
Freedom to choose one's occupation, housing, and education rights
What does the text highlight as a requirement for exercising suffrage in the Philippines?
Residing in the voting place for at least six months prior to an election
Which of the following best defines social justice?
The humanization of laws and equalization of economic forces by the state
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of social justice as described in the text?
Improving the standard of living of the privileged group
Where is social justice enshrined in the Philippines?
In the Philippine Constitution, Article XIII, Sections 1 to 19
Which of the following statements about social justice is NOT true according to the text?
Social justice is the same as communism or despotism
What is the primary goal of social justice?
To approximate justice in its rational and secular conception
Study Notes
Social Justice
- Defined by Jose P.Laurel as the humanization of laws and equalization of social and economic forces by the state to approximate justice.
Constitutional Basis of Social Justice
- Enshrined in the Philippine Constitution, Article XIII, Sections 1-19.
- A constitutional mandate to promote equal opportunities for all people and equitable sharing of socio-economic benefits.
Principles of Social Justice
- Promotion of equality of opportunity.
- Promotion of full employment and equal work opportunities.
- Promotion of the right to health.
- Respect and recognition of people's organizations.
- Promotion of humane conditions of work.
- Fair and just compensation.
- Participation in policy and decision-making.
Political Rights
- Suffrage may be exercised by all citizens of the Philippines, aged 18 and above, who have resided in the Philippines for at least one year and in the place of voting for at least six months.
- No literacy, property, or other substantive requirement shall be imposed on the exercise of suffrage.
- Secrecy and sanctity of the ballot shall be ensured, with provisions for absentee voting by qualified Filipinos abroad and voting assistance for the disabled and illiterates.
Social and Economic Rights
- Right to livelihood and equal opportunities.
- Right to education.
- Right to housing.
- Right to leisure and recreation.
- Freedom to choose one's occupation.
- Right to picket and strike for better working conditions.
- Various benefits to improve the quality of life.
Explore the concept of social justice as articulated by Jose P. Laurel and its enshrinement in the Philippine Constitution. Learn about the humanization of laws and the equalization of social and economic forces to approximate justice.
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