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Which source of law holds the highest authority in the land?
Which source of law holds the highest authority in the land?
- Batas Pambansa
- Judicial Decisions
- Republic Act
- The Constitution (correct)
Administrative orders and regulations create laws.
Administrative orders and regulations create laws.
False (B)
Under the current constitutional framework, which governmental body is primarily responsible for creating legislation?
Under the current constitutional framework, which governmental body is primarily responsible for creating legislation?
Congress
The principle of Stare decisis is related to ______.
The principle of Stare decisis is related to ______.
If a specific provision of Republic Act No. 123 contradicts the Constitution, which one prevails?
If a specific provision of Republic Act No. 123 contradicts the Constitution, which one prevails?
Cecilia Muñoz-Palma achieved which of the following 'firsts' in the Philippines?
Cecilia Muñoz-Palma achieved which of the following 'firsts' in the Philippines?
Cecilia Muñoz-Palma obtained a Master of Laws degree from Harvard University.
Cecilia Muñoz-Palma obtained a Master of Laws degree from Harvard University.
What significant historical event led to the formation of the 1986 Constitutional Commission, in which Cecilia Muñoz-Palma served?
What significant historical event led to the formation of the 1986 Constitutional Commission, in which Cecilia Muñoz-Palma served?
Cecilia Muñoz-Palma served as an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court during the presidency of __________.
Cecilia Muñoz-Palma served as an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court during the presidency of __________.
Match the following positions held by Cecilia Muñoz-Palma with the correct description:
Match the following positions held by Cecilia Muñoz-Palma with the correct description:
What was Cecilia Muñoz-Palma's rank in the 1937 Bar Exam?
What was Cecilia Muñoz-Palma's rank in the 1937 Bar Exam?
The 1987 Philippine Constitution was ratified on December 2, 1987.
The 1987 Philippine Constitution was ratified on December 2, 1987.
Which of the following is an example of a 'law' used by analogy, as discussed in the context?
Which of the following is an example of a 'law' used by analogy, as discussed in the context?
According to the content, 'laws' by analogy are rules enforced by a governing body.
According to the content, 'laws' by analogy are rules enforced by a governing body.
What is one characteristic of law that makes it subject to interpretation?
What is one characteristic of law that makes it subject to interpretation?
What is a key characteristic that distinguishes state law from the earlier 'ways of life' that were considered right and correct?
What is a key characteristic that distinguishes state law from the earlier 'ways of life' that were considered right and correct?
The content suggests that obedience to the evolved 'ways of life' was ________ by the group.
The content suggests that obedience to the evolved 'ways of life' was ________ by the group.
Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
What fundamental element was present in earlier evolved 'ways of life'?
What fundamental element was present in earlier evolved 'ways of life'?
The content indicates that all rules and regularities are legally binding and enforced by a governing body.
The content indicates that all rules and regularities are legally binding and enforced by a governing body.
Give an example, other than the law of gravity, of a 'physical law' mentioned in the content.
Give an example, other than the law of gravity, of a 'physical law' mentioned in the content.
Which source is considered the origin of divine law?
Which source is considered the origin of divine law?
Divine law and natural law are identical in their origin and application.
Divine law and natural law are identical in their origin and application.
According to the Old Testament, through whom were the Ten Commandments given as divine law?
According to the Old Testament, through whom were the Ten Commandments given as divine law?
Divine law is often communicated to mankind through religious ______ or prophets.
Divine law is often communicated to mankind through religious ______ or prophets.
What distinguishes divine law from moral law in terms of its binding force?
What distinguishes divine law from moral law in terms of its binding force?
Moral law possesses an absolute and unchanging binding force across all cultures and times.
Moral law possesses an absolute and unchanging binding force across all cultures and times.
What is the origin of moral law according to Module 1?
What is the origin of moral law according to Module 1?
Match each type of law with its primary source or characteristic:
Match each type of law with its primary source or characteristic:
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the Philippine Constitution and other laws?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the Philippine Constitution and other laws?
According to the Philippine Civil Code, one can avoid legal penalties by claiming ignorance of the law.
According to the Philippine Civil Code, one can avoid legal penalties by claiming ignorance of the law.
Besides military service, what other type of service can citizens render to help defend the country, as indicated in the provided content?
Besides military service, what other type of service can citizens render to help defend the country, as indicated in the provided content?
According to the provided content relating to Article II, Section 13, one __________ use ignorance in court.
According to the provided content relating to Article II, Section 13, one __________ use ignorance in court.
Match the following concepts with their descriptions, based on the content provided:
Match the following concepts with their descriptions, based on the content provided:
Which of the following is the primary role of the Executive branch?
Which of the following is the primary role of the Executive branch?
The President can declare war unilaterally without the need for Congressional approval.
The President can declare war unilaterally without the need for Congressional approval.
How often are Philippine Presidential elections held?
How often are Philippine Presidential elections held?
The national budget is formally known as the General ______ Act.
The national budget is formally known as the General ______ Act.
Match the following branches of the Philippine government with their primary function:
Match the following branches of the Philippine government with their primary function:
Which body confirms presidential appointments?
Which body confirms presidential appointments?
Citizens can directly propose laws through a process called 'initiative'.
Citizens can directly propose laws through a process called 'initiative'.
What publication officially announces when a law becomes effective?
What publication officially announces when a law becomes effective?
Which of the following is NOT a department under the Executive Branch?
Which of the following is NOT a department under the Executive Branch?
In the Philippines, the President serves a term of ______ years.
In the Philippines, the President serves a term of ______ years.
Flashcards
Divine Law
Divine Law
Laws formally revealed by God through texts or prophets.
Natural Law
Natural Law
Universal laws derived from human reason and nature, not directly revealed.
Ten Commandments
Ten Commandments
Set of biblical laws given by God to Moses in the Old Testament.
Moses
Moses
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Binding Force of Moral Law
Binding Force of Moral Law
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Difference between Divine and Natural Law
Difference between Divine and Natural Law
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Inspirational Sources of Divine Law
Inspirational Sources of Divine Law
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Cultural Variation of Moral Law
Cultural Variation of Moral Law
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Respect for Elders
Respect for Elders
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Condemnation of Dishonesty
Condemnation of Dishonesty
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Obedience to Law
Obedience to Law
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Analogy of Law
Analogy of Law
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Physical Law
Physical Law
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Law of Gravitation
Law of Gravitation
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Law of Chemical Combination
Law of Chemical Combination
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Sanction in Law
Sanction in Law
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Supreme Law
Supreme Law
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Source of Law
Source of Law
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Year Constitution Ratified
Year Constitution Ratified
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Congress Role
Congress Role
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Judicial Decisions
Judicial Decisions
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Ignorance of the Law
Ignorance of the Law
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Philippine Civil Code Article 3
Philippine Civil Code Article 3
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Legal Responsibility
Legal Responsibility
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Civil Service
Civil Service
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Constitution and Laws
Constitution and Laws
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Three Branches of Government
Three Branches of Government
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Legislative Branch
Legislative Branch
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Executive Branch
Executive Branch
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President's Powers
President's Powers
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Initiative
Initiative
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Referendum
Referendum
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National Budget
National Budget
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War Declaration
War Declaration
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Senate Confirmation
Senate Confirmation
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Cabinet Secretaries
Cabinet Secretaries
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Cecilia Muñoz-Palma
Cecilia Muñoz-Palma
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People Power Revolution
People Power Revolution
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1986 Constitutional Commission
1986 Constitutional Commission
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Proclamation No. 9
Proclamation No. 9
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Master of Laws at Yale University
Master of Laws at Yale University
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Top 1 in the 1937 Bar Exam
Top 1 in the 1937 Bar Exam
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Dissenting opinions
Dissenting opinions
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First female prosecutor
First female prosecutor
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Study Notes
Introduction to Comlaw 1
- Law is a set of rules created by the government to maintain order and justice in society.
- It protects people's rights and ensures fairness.
- In the Philippines, laws originate from the Constitution, Congress, and local governments.
- Examples of Philippine laws include the Revised Penal Code, Family Code, Labor Code, and Anti-Bullying Act.
- Laws affect daily life, regulating areas like traffic, education, employment, consumer protection, and public safety.
- Without laws, society would be chaotic and unsafe.
- Obeying laws, respecting others' rights, and being responsible citizens are crucial for a functioning society.
Leviathan by Thomas Hobbes
- Leviathan is a philosophical work by Thomas Hobbes, published in 1651.
- It discusses the need for a strong central authority to maintain peace and prevent chaos.
- Hobbes' "state of nature" is a hypothetical scenario without government or laws, where life is characterized by constant conflict.
- The social contract theory proposes that people surrender some freedoms in exchange for security and order.
- Hobbes believed in absolute sovereignty, advocating for a strong ruler to enforce laws and prevent societal collapse.
Types of Law
- Divine Law is based on religious faith and concerns itself with sin and salvation. It's revealed through religious texts or prophets.
- Natural Law is an innate sense of justice, fairness, and righteousness, understood through reason. This sense of right and wrong guides human behavior.
- Moral Law is the collective sense of right and wrong within a community. This is influenced by cultural norms and societal behaviors. Moral law is not absolute.
- Physical Law are consistent patterns observed in nature, such as the laws of physics or chemistry. They describe how objects and events function consistently.
- State Law is implemented and enforced by governments (promulgated and enforced). It includes national laws, local ordinances, and rules. State law is most relevant to obligations and contracts.
Sources of Law
- Constitution: The supreme law of the land.
- Legislation: Laws passed by Congress and local governments (Republic Acts, Batas Pambansa).
- Administrative Orders/Regulations: Issued by government officials to clarify or enforce laws.
- Judicial Decisions: Rulings from courts, especially the Supreme Court, creating precedent.
- Custom: Practices or habits, that have become accepted as binding rules over time, if recognized by the State.
- Other Sources: Principles of justice and equity, foreign court decisions, legal scholars' opinions, and religion (used as supplemental sources).
Three Branches of Government
- Legislative: Makes laws (Congress=Senate+House of Representatives).
- Executive: Enforces laws (President, Cabinet).
- Judicial: Interprets laws (Supreme Court & Lower Courts).
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The quiz covers the basics of law, its origins, and its importance in maintaining order and justice. It also touches on Thomas Hobbes' 'Leviathan,' discussing the necessity of a strong central authority and the concept of the 'state of nature'.
