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Who has the authority to declare Martial Law in the Philippines?
Who has the authority to declare Martial Law in the Philippines?
What is the term of office for the President of the Philippines?
What is the term of office for the President of the Philippines?
Which of the following is a qualification to become the President of the Philippines?
Which of the following is a qualification to become the President of the Philippines?
What does Martial Law allow in the Philippines?
What does Martial Law allow in the Philippines?
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Who has the authority to declare Martial Law in the Philippines?
Who has the authority to declare Martial Law in the Philippines?
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In the event of the President's inability to discharge duties, who is next in the line of succession?
In the event of the President's inability to discharge duties, who is next in the line of succession?
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What is the role of Cabinet Secretaries in the Philippines?
What is the role of Cabinet Secretaries in the Philippines?
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How many Cabinet Secretaries are there in the Philippines currently?
How many Cabinet Secretaries are there in the Philippines currently?
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Which department manages the tourism of the Philippines?
Which department manages the tourism of the Philippines?
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Who is the next in line after the Vice President in the event of the President's inability to discharge duties?
Who is the next in line after the Vice President in the event of the President's inability to discharge duties?
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In the Philippines, who has the authority to create or dissolve any department?
In the Philippines, who has the authority to create or dissolve any department?
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Who is the chief executive of a province in the Philippines?
Who is the chief executive of a province in the Philippines?
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What are the qualifications to become a judge in the Philippines?
What are the qualifications to become a judge in the Philippines?
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Can a naturalized Canadian lawyer become a Justice in the Philippines?
Can a naturalized Canadian lawyer become a Justice in the Philippines?
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What is the age limit for serving as a judge in the Philippines?
What is the age limit for serving as a judge in the Philippines?
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What is the minimum experience required to join the judiciary in the Philippines?
What is the minimum experience required to join the judiciary in the Philippines?
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Who has the power to discipline the judges of lower courts in the Philippines?
Who has the power to discipline the judges of lower courts in the Philippines?
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Which body examines and audits the money used by government agencies in the Philippines?
Which body examines and audits the money used by government agencies in the Philippines?
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Who has the responsibility to check if the Executive or Legislative branches are adhering to the 1987 Constitution in the Philippines?
Who has the responsibility to check if the Executive or Legislative branches are adhering to the 1987 Constitution in the Philippines?
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Which body investigates complaints against government officials, especially on graft and corruption in the Philippines?
Which body investigates complaints against government officials, especially on graft and corruption in the Philippines?
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Who has the power to set the standards on personnel management within their respective areas/region in the Philippines?
Who has the power to set the standards on personnel management within their respective areas/region in the Philippines?
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When are general elections held in the Philippines?
When are general elections held in the Philippines?
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What is the majority profession of members in the Commission on Elections in the Philippines?
What is the majority profession of members in the Commission on Elections in the Philippines?
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Which body submits reports to the President and Congress after handling the general conduct and rules of ALL elections in the Philippines?
Which body submits reports to the President and Congress after handling the general conduct and rules of ALL elections in the Philippines?
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How many readings does a bill go through in the House Committee before it can be discussed and debated on?
How many readings does a bill go through in the House Committee before it can be discussed and debated on?
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How many Senators need to vote for a bill to pass by a simple majority if there are 24 Senators present?
How many Senators need to vote for a bill to pass by a simple majority if there are 24 Senators present?
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How many members are needed for a majority vote in order to veto a bill?
How many members are needed for a majority vote in order to veto a bill?
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If the President does not act on a proposed law submitted by Congress, when will it become a law?
If the President does not act on a proposed law submitted by Congress, when will it become a law?
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What is the minimum age requirement to become a Philippine Senator?
What is the minimum age requirement to become a Philippine Senator?
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If a bill is vetoed by the President, how can it still become a law?
If a bill is vetoed by the President, how can it still become a law?
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What is the time frame for the President to sign or veto a bill?
What is the time frame for the President to sign or veto a bill?
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How long must a person live in their district to be qualified to run as its Representative?
How long must a person live in their district to be qualified to run as its Representative?
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What are the qualifications for a person to run as a Congresswoman (District Representative) in the Philippines?
What are the qualifications for a person to run as a Congresswoman (District Representative) in the Philippines?
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How long must a person live in the Philippines to qualify as a Senator?
How long must a person live in the Philippines to qualify as a Senator?
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Who has the power to declare war in the Philippines?
Who has the power to declare war in the Philippines?
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What is the term of office for a member of the House of Representatives in the Philippines?
What is the term of office for a member of the House of Representatives in the Philippines?
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Who has the power to propose a bill in the Philippines?
Who has the power to propose a bill in the Philippines?
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Who has the power to propose a bill and introduce it by giving it to the Secretary?
Who has the power to propose a bill and introduce it by giving it to the Secretary?
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What is the term of office for a Senator in the Philippines?
What is the term of office for a Senator in the Philippines?
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What is the minimum age requirement to become a member of the House of Representatives in the Philippines?
What is the minimum age requirement to become a member of the House of Representatives in the Philippines?
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Study Notes
Government Structure and Authority
- The President of the Philippines has the authority to declare Martial Law.
- The President serves a term of six years.
- To become the President of the Philippines, one must be a natural-born citizen of the Philippines, at least 40 years old, and a resident of the Philippines for at least 10 years.
Martial Law and Succession
- Martial Law allows the President to take control of the government and impose military rule.
- In the event of the President's inability to discharge duties, the Vice President is next in the line of succession.
- If the Vice President is unable to discharge duties, the President Pro Tempore of the Senate is next in line.
Executive Branch
- Cabinet Secretaries are responsible for implementing the policies and programs of the President.
- There are currently 25 Cabinet Secretaries in the Philippines.
- The Department of Tourism manages the tourism industry in the Philippines.
- The President has the authority to create or dissolve any department.
Provincial Government
- The Governor is the chief executive of a province in the Philippines.
Judiciary
- To become a judge in the Philippines, one must be a natural-born citizen of the Philippines, at least 40 years old, and have been a lawyer for at least 10 years.
- A naturalized Canadian lawyer cannot become a Justice in the Philippines.
- The age limit for serving as a judge in the Philippines is 70 years old.
- The minimum experience required to join the judiciary is 10 years.
- The Supreme Court has the power to discipline the judges of lower courts.
Government Oversight
- The Commission on Audit examines and audits the money used by government agencies.
- The Supreme Court has the responsibility to check if the Executive or Legislative branches are adhering to the 1987 Constitution.
- The Office of the Ombudsman investigates complaints against government officials, especially on graft and corruption.
- The Civil Service Commission has the power to set the standards on personnel management within their respective areas/region.
Elections
- General elections are held in the Philippines every three years.
- The majority profession of members in the Commission on Elections is lawyers.
- The Commission on Elections submits reports to the President and Congress after handling the general conduct and rules of all elections.
Legislative Process
- A bill goes through three readings in the House Committee before it can be discussed and debated on.
- A bill needs a simple majority of 13 votes to pass if there are 24 Senators present.
- A majority vote of 2/3 of all members is needed to veto a bill.
- If the President does not act on a proposed law submitted by Congress, it becomes a law after 30 days.
- A bill can still become a law if it is overridden by a 2/3 vote of both Houses of Congress.
Qualifications for Public Office
- The minimum age requirement to become a Philippine Senator is 35 years old.
- The minimum age requirement to become a member of the House of Representatives is 25 years old.
- A person must live in the Philippines for at least two years to qualify as a Senator.
- To run as a Congresswoman (District Representative), one must be a natural-born citizen of the Philippines, at least 25 years old, and a resident of the district for at least one year.
War and Legislation
- The President has the power to declare war in the Philippines.
- A member of the House of Representatives serves a term of three years.
- The President and members of Congress have the power to propose a bill.
- A bill can be introduced by giving it to the Secretary of the Senate or the House of Representatives.
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Test your knowledge of the three branches of government with this quiz. Explore the roles and powers of the executive branch, including the President, Vice President, and Cabinet Secretaries. Brush up on your understanding of how laws are enforced, money is spent, and emergency declarations are made.
