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Forms of Government and Political Ideology
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What is the main characteristic of a unitary government?

  • Regional governments have significant autonomy.
  • Power is divided among multiple governing bodies.
  • Government power is centralized on the national government. (correct)
  • Political parties compete at the local level.

    • What defines an authoritarian government?

  • Concentration of power to one ruler or dictator. (correct)
  • Governance is based on democratic principles.
  • Dissent and anti-regime activities are encouraged.
  • Power is equally distributed among the population.

    • Which of the following is a characteristic of totalitarian regimes?

  • Free press and open communication.
  • Defined political party competition.
  • Strong political pluralism.
  • Presence of terrorism policing. (correct)

    • What does political ideology primarily offer?

    <p>Lenses for the socio-political condition of a state.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best reflects the goal of liberalism?

    <p>To ensure the fulfillment of the individual through personal interest.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following indicates a situation of pluralism?

    <p>A scenario allowing a degree of political diversity and competition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common trait shared by both authoritarian and totalitarian governments?

    <p>Suppression of dissent and opposition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements regarding the duration of leaders in an authoritarian government is true?

    <p>The duration of leaders is usually undefined.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a defining characteristic of a nation-state?

    <p>It integrates a single nation within a single state.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which social class in pre-colonial Philippines had a degree of freedom?

    <p>Aliping Namamahay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the responsibilities of the Datu in the pre-colonial Philippine governance system?

    <p>To lead military operations and establish relations with barangays.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which position had the authority to implement policies during Spanish rule in the Philippines?

    <p>Spanish Governor-General</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the role of the Datu in the judiciary according to the governance structures?

    <p>To serve as the prime judge during trials.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'CUMPLASE' refer to in the context of the Spanish rule?

    <p>The power to make executive decisions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the Code of Kalantiaw, what is one example of a cruel punishment mentioned?

    <p>Drowning tied to a stone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these social classes represents the elite or ruling families in pre-colonial Philippines?

    <p>Maharlika</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the Datu play in the process of law approval?

    <p>Proposes laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which body is responsible for reviewing proposed laws before approval?

    <p>Council of Elders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the highest court related to civil and criminal cases known as?

    <p>Audiencia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were decrees issued by the King of Spain called?

    <p>Royal decrees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who authored the 'Catálogo Alfabético de Apellidos'?

    <p>Governor-General Narciso Claveria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Tributo' refer to?

    <p>Tax to be paid or given</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which local government unit handles provinces?

    <p>Alcalde Mayor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Encomienda System involve?

    <p>Land given by the King and Queen of Spain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum population for a city to have at least one representative in Congress?

    <p>250,000 people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when a vacancy occurs in the Senate?

    <p>A special election may be called.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a qualification for a Member of the House of Representatives?

    <p>At least 30 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the duration and scope of service for someone elected to fill a vacancy in Congress?

    <p>Remaining time left in the term</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions are prohibited for Senators and Members of the House of Representatives during their term?

    <p>To hold any other government job</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many times must a bill be read on different days before it can become a law?

    <p>Three times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must happen after Congress passes a bill?

    <p>It must be sent to the president.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs during the final reading of a bill in Congress?

    <p>A vote must be conducted.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Demos' refer to in the context of a parliamentary system?

    <p>The people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the parliamentary system is FALSE?

    <p>The head of the state is always the President.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In budget allocation under a parliamentary system, what is true of Local Government Units (LGUs)?

    <p>They give most of their revenues to the National Government.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the Doctrine of Fusion of Powers in a parliamentary government?

    <p>The combination of Executive and Legislative powers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element is NOT typically involved in a parliamentary democratic system?

    <p>Senate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are Local Government Units (LGUs) typically granted executive powers in a parliamentary system?

    <p>Through constitutional provisions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens during a vote of no confidence in a parliamentary system?

    <p>The Prime Minister must resign if the vote passes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a federal system with shared governmental powers, which statement is true regarding budget allocation?

    <p>Revenue may be shared between local and national governments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Forms of Government

    • Parliamentary combines the Executive and Legislative branches. The President role is replaced with a Prime Minister.
    • Direct Democracy involves the people directly participating in government.
    • Indirect Democracy involves representatives elected by the people.
    • Unitary government centralizes power in the national government.
    • Federal government shares power between the local and national governments.

    Political Ideology

    • Political Ideology is a set of ideas combined to guide, inspire, or incite people to political action.
    • Liberalism emphasizes individual fulfillment through the satisfaction of interests and the fulfillment of individual needs.

    Pre-colonial Philippines

    • Code of Kalantiaw is a legal code with rules citing punishments for crimes.
    • Datu held executive, legislative, and judicial powers.
    • Council of Elders reviewed laws proposed by the Datu.
    • Umalohorkan announced newly approved laws to the community.

    Philippine Government Under Spanish Rule

    • Spanish Governor General was the highest ranking ruler serving as the representative of the King of Spain.
    • Audiencia was the highest court for civil and criminal cases.
    • Alcalde Mayor controlled provinces or alcaldias.
    • Gobernadorcillo managed towns or pueblos.
    • Cabeza de Barangay oversaw barangays.
    • Corregidor managed cities.

    Spanish Policies in the Philippines

    • Hispanicization of names replaced Filipino surnames with Spanish ones.
    • Tributo was a tax paid by Filipinos.
    • Encomienda System granted land ownership from the King and Queen of Spain.
    • Polo Y Servicio was a system of forced labor.

    Philippine Congress

    • House of Representatives is composed of district representatives and a party-list system. They must be natural-born Filipinos, aged 25 or above, literate, and registered voters in their district.
    • Party-list representatives must represent specific sectors like labor, farmers, indigenous peoples, etc.
    • Senators are elected nationwide and represent the country as a whole.
    • Congress must adjust legislative district boundaries every few years after a census.
    • Members of Congress must be natural-born Filipinos, aged 25 or above, literate, and registered voters in their district.
    • Congress elects its own leaders.
    • Commission on Appointments is comprised of Senators and Representatives to review presidential appointments.
    • Bills must pass three readings on different days before voting.
    • President can either approve or veto bills passed by Congress.

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