Grade 10 Political Science: Corruption

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What does corruption refer to?

Survey of expert opinions

Lack of integrity and fairness (correct)

Political conflict and peace

Abuse of power for personal gain

What is the name of the organization that publishes the Corruption Perceptions Index?

Transparency International (correct)

Corruption Prevention Institute

Global Corruption Index

Political Integrity Association

Which country has the lowest level of corruption according to the 2021 Corruption Perceptions Index?

United States

Finland

Denmark (correct)

New Zealand

What is the ranking of the Philippines in the 2021 Corruption Perceptions Index?

33rd Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a corrupt act?

Abuse of power for personal gain Signup and view all the answers

What is another term for corruption?

Katiwalian Signup and view all the answers

What is the possible reason for a new government administration to replace high-ranking officials?

To implement their policies effectively Signup and view all the answers

What does 'substandard' refer to in the context of government projects?

A project that does not meet the standard quality Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of having a check and balance system?

To prevent corruption Signup and view all the answers

How can a hotline help in preventing corruption?

By allowing citizens to report corruption directly Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of having a law that punishes corrupt officials?

To punish corrupt officials and prevent further corruption Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of citizens in preventing corruption?

To report corruption to the government Signup and view all the answers

What is the main issue in the territorial dispute between countries?

The disagreement over the ownership of a territory Signup and view all the answers

Why do countries often engage in territorial disputes?

To assert their national sovereignty and power Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible consequence of territorial disputes?

The outbreak of war between countries Signup and view all the answers

What is a common reason for territorial disputes?

Unclear or disputed boundaries Signup and view all the answers

What can happen to a country that loses a territorial dispute?

It loses part of its sovereignty and rights Signup and view all the answers

What can be a result of ongoing territorial disputes?

The rise of rebel groups Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'politikos' from Greek mean?

for, of, or pertaining to the citizens Signup and view all the answers

What is the most direct way for citizens to participate in politics?

voting Signup and view all the answers

What is guaranteed by the 1987 Constitution of the Philippines?

right to vote Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum age requirement for voting in the Philippines?

18 years old Signup and view all the answers

Who is disqualified from voting in the Philippines?

citizens who have been sentenced to imprisonment for at least a year Signup and view all the answers

After how many years can a person who has been sentenced to imprisonment for at least a year regain their right to vote?

5 years Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum period of time before someone can vote again after being punished?

Five years Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of voting according to Fr. Joaquin Bernas?

To give power to officials to develop the state Signup and view all the answers

What is the problem with the voting system according to Gregorio Lardizabal?

The system is prone to vote buying Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of corrupt officials being in power?

The suffering of the people and the stagnation of the state Signup and view all the answers

What is the category of people declared by experts as unfit to vote?

People declared insane Signup and view all the answers