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Who announced the ratification of the 1973 Constitution?
Who announced the ratification of the 1973 Constitution?
- The Constitutional Commission
- The citizen assembly
- President Ferdinand Marcos (correct)
- President Corazon Aquino
What significant action did President Corazon Aquino take regarding the 1973 Constitution?
What significant action did President Corazon Aquino take regarding the 1973 Constitution?
- Ratified the Constitution again
- Created a new Constitutional Convention
- Amended the Constitution
- Suspended several provisions (correct)
When was the National Plebiscite for the new Constitution held?
When was the National Plebiscite for the new Constitution held?
- February 2, 1986 (correct)
- January 17, 1973
- Proclamation No. 58
- February 11, 1987
Which act promotes participation in volunteerism in the Philippines?
Which act promotes participation in volunteerism in the Philippines?
What is one of the goals of the Volunteer Act of 2007?
What is one of the goals of the Volunteer Act of 2007?
What was the date on which Proclamation No. 58 was issued, ratifying the new constitution?
What was the date on which Proclamation No. 58 was issued, ratifying the new constitution?
What important role did Proclamation No. 9 play in the 1987 Constitution?
What important role did Proclamation No. 9 play in the 1987 Constitution?
Which provision states that it is the policy of the state to prescribe the Code of the National Flag?
Which provision states that it is the policy of the state to prescribe the Code of the National Flag?
What was a primary purpose of the citizen assembly created under Presidential Decree No. 86?
What was a primary purpose of the citizen assembly created under Presidential Decree No. 86?
What is the primary objective of the Flag Heraldic Code of the Philippines?
What is the primary objective of the Flag Heraldic Code of the Philippines?
What was significant about the Malolos Constitution?
What was significant about the Malolos Constitution?
Which act provided for the creation of a Philippine Assembly?
Which act provided for the creation of a Philippine Assembly?
When was the 1935 Constitution fully implemented?
When was the 1935 Constitution fully implemented?
What change did the 1940 amendments to the 1935 Constitution introduce regarding presidential term limits?
What change did the 1940 amendments to the 1935 Constitution introduce regarding presidential term limits?
What was the primary reason for nullifying the 1935 Constitution during World War II?
What was the primary reason for nullifying the 1935 Constitution during World War II?
Which provision was included in the Commonwealth Constitution regarding its effect after independence?
Which provision was included in the Commonwealth Constitution regarding its effect after independence?
Which document followed the Malolos Constitution in the evolution of the Philippine Constitution?
Which document followed the Malolos Constitution in the evolution of the Philippine Constitution?
What was the role of the Preparatory Committee on Philippine Independence in 1943?
What was the role of the Preparatory Committee on Philippine Independence in 1943?
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Evolution of the Philippine Constitution
- Malolos Constitution (1898 – 1901): First Philippine Constitution and Asia's first republican constitution.
- Philippine Organic Act of 1902 & Philippine Autonomy Act of 1916 (1902 – 1935): Established a Philippine Assembly and the first pledge of independence.
- Commonwealth Constitution (1935 – 1943 & 1945 – 1972): Enabled by the Philippine Independence Act of 1934 and ratified on May 14, 1935; amended in 1940 to convert the assembly to a bicameral congress and revise presidential term limits.
- Japanese-Sponsored Republic Constitution (1943 – 1945): Instituted under Japanese occupation; nullified the previous constitution and created by President Jose P. Laurel’s administration.
- Martial Law Constitution (1973 – 1986): Emerging from President Ferdinand Marcos’ regime; ratified through a citizen assembly; faced significant opposition but remained enforced.
- Freedom Constitution (1987 – Present): Established under President Corazon Aquino after the end of Martial Law; ratified on February 11, 1987, replacing the 1973 Constitution through public plebiscite.
Flag Heraldic Code of the Philippines (Republic Act 8491)
- Policy Objectives: To prescribe rules for the National Flag, Anthem, Motto, Coat-of-Arms, and Heraldic Symbols.
- Promotion of National Symbols: Aims to build reverence and respect for the flag, anthem, and symbols reflecting national ideals and traditions.
Volunteer Act of 2007 (Republic Act 9418)
- State Policy: Encourages participation from various societal sectors and international organizations in civic affairs.
- Education on Volunteerism: Aims to foster social justice and sustainable development among Filipinos.
- Goals and Objectives:
- Establish a policy framework to harmonize voluntary sector efforts.
- Create an enabling environment for volunteer mobilization.
- Strengthen the Philippine National Volunteer Service Coordinating Agency (PNVSCA) for effective volunteerism support.
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