Evolution of the Philippine Constitution

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What is the Constitution's role in a country?

  • To define the nature and extent of government (correct)
  • To regulate social media
  • To promote tourism
  • To establish trade agreements

When did the current Constitution of the Philippines come into effect?

  • 1935
  • 1973
  • 1987 (correct)
  • 1986

Which Constitution was borrowed from Cuba during the Philippine Revolution?

  • 1935 Commonwealth Constitution
  • Constitution of Biak-na-Bato (correct)
  • 1973 Constitution
  • 1986 Freedom Constitution

Who wrote the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?

<p>Isabelo Artacho and Felix Ferrer (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which constitution was the provisionary constitution of the Philippine Republic during the Philippine Revolution?

<p>Constitution of Biak-na-Bato (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the word 'Constitution' in relation to a state or organization?

<p>The coming together of distinct entities into one group with the same principles and ideals (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organs of the government were established under the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?

<p>Supreme Council, Consejo Supremo de Gracia Y Justicia, and Asamblea de Representantes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was vested with the power of the Republic under the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?

<p>The president and four department secretaries (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which entity had the authority to make decisions and affirm or disprove sentences rendered by other courts under the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?

<p>Consejo Supremo de Gracia Y Justicia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Asamblea de Representantes according to the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?

<p>To create a new Constitution and to elect a new Council of Government and Representatives of the people (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why was the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato never fully implemented?

<p>A truce, the Pact of Biak-na-Bato, was signed between the Spanish and the Philippine Revolutionary Army (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who had the authority to dictate rules for the administration of justice under the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?

<p>Consejo Supremo de Gracia Y Justicia (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the Assembly of Representatives aim to do after the Revolution according to the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?

<p>Create a new Constitution and elect a new Council of Government and Representatives of the people (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which entity was given the authority to affirm or disprove sentences rendered by other courts under the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?

<p>Consejo Supremo de Gracia Y Justicia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was responsible for leading the Philippine Revolutionary Army in battles?

<p>The National Revolutionary Army (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Constitution of Biak-na-Bato was the provisionary Constitution of the Philippine Republic during the Philippine Revolution.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Constitution of Biak-na-Bato was borrowed from Cuba during the Philippine Revolution.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Constitution of the Philippines has been in effect since 1987.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was empowered to declare rules for administration according to the Constitution?

<p>Consejo Supremo de Gracia Y Justicia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

There were only three other constitutions that have effectively governed the Philippines before the current Constitution.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The principles defined in the Constitution define the nature and extent of government.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Philippine Revolutionary Government had the authority to affirm or disprove sentences rendered by other courts under the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Supreme Council under the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato was headed by the president and four department secretaries.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Consejo Supremo de Gracia Y Justicia had the authority to make decisions and affirm or disprove the sentences rendered by other courts.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Asamblea de Representantes was to be convened after the Revolution to create a new Constitution and to elect a new Council of Government.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Constitution of Biak-na-Bato was fully implemented without any obstacles or interruptions.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Pact of Biak-na-Bato was signed between the Spanish and the Philippine Revolutionary Army.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Revolution aimed to separate the Philippines from the Spanish monarchy and form an independent state with its own government called the Philippine Republic.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A meeting at Biak-na-Bato on November 1, 1897, led to the unanimous adoption of articles for the constitution of the State.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The representatives of the Revolution at Biak-na-Bato faithfully interpreted the desires and ambitions of the Filipino people.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Asamblea de Representantes was responsible for electing a new Council of Government and Representatives of the people.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Asamblea de Representantes was responsible for creating a new Constitution after the Revolution.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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