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Who is the presiding officer of the Sangguniang Bayan at the municipal/city level?

  • The Governor
  • The Vice-Governor
  • The Mayor (correct)
  • The Sangguniang Panlalawigan

What is the chief executive of the barangay government called?

  • The Punong Barangay (correct)
  • The Governor
  • The Vice-Mayor
  • The Mayor

What is the maximum number of consecutive terms that elected local government officials are entitled to?

  • One
  • Three (correct)
  • Four
  • Two

Which of the following is true about local government units?

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What is the role of local government in providing public amenities and services?

<p>It provides necessary public amenities and services for the convenience, healthful living and welfare of the individual and the community (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the basis of the creation of local government units?

<p>Population, land area, and income (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who exercises general supervision and control over all programs, projects, services and activities of the provincial government?

<p>Governor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the legislative body of the municipal body at the municipal/city level called?

<p>Sangguniang Bayan (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the sub-municipal unit that provides for face-to-face interaction among the people called?

<p>Barangay (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of local government?

<p>Management of national defense (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the criteria for the creation of local government units?

<p>Income, population, and land area (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is local government considered crucial for a democratic political system?

<p>It intensifies mass participation in decision-making (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the presiding officer of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan at the provincial level?

<p>Vice-Governor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key leader that oversees all departments within the local government depending on the type of government structure?

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What is the intermediate unit that provides supervision to the municipalities and component cities and performs services for the national government?

<p>Provinces (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a responsibility of local government units?

<p>Delivering a complete range of services and infrastructure required by their communities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between state authority and local authority?

<p>State authority is responsible for creating and enforcing national laws while local authority is responsible for delivering services and infrastructure to their communities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the basis for the abolition of local government units?

<p>Population, income, and land area (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of local government?

<p>Provision of healthcare services (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the basis for the creation of local government units?

<p>Population and land area (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between local authority and state authority?

<p>Local authority is elected independently of control by the state authority (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the presiding officer of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan at the provincial level?

<p>The Vice-Governor (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of consecutive terms that elected local government officials are entitled to?

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

What is the difference between the Sangguniang Bayan and the Sangguniang Panlungsod?

<p>The Sangguniang Bayan is the legislative body of the city, while the Sangguniang Panlungsod is the legislative body of the municipality (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Presiding Officer of Sangguniang Bayan

The Vice Mayor presides over the Sangguniang Bayan, the municipal/city legislative body.

Barangay Captain

The chief executive of a barangay (sub-municipal unit).

Maximum Elective Terms

Elected officials can serve a maximum of three consecutive terms.

LGU Creation Criteria

LGU formation depends on factors like population, income, area, and service capabilities.

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LGU Service Role

LGUs provide essential services like healthcare, education, sanitation, infrastructure, and public safety.

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Provincial Supervision

LGUs are supervised by the Provincial Governor.

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Municipal Legislative Body

The Sangguniang Bayan is the legislative body for municipalities.

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Sub-Municipal Unit

The barangay is a sub-municipal unit.

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LGU Responsibilities

LGUs handle basic services, developmental plans, environmental protection, peace, ordinances, enforcing national laws, collecting taxes, economic development, and revenues.

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Local Authority

Local authority operates under the framework of national law, granted by the state.

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LGU Abolition

LGU abolishment only happens via national legislation, based on meeting standards or viability.

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Importance of Local Government

Local government supports democratic systems by enabling citizen participation, efficient service delivery, and responsive governance at the grassroots.

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Provincial Presiding Officer

The Vice Governor presides over the Sangguniang Panlalawigan (provincial legislative body).

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Key Local Leaders

Governors, Mayors, and Barangay Captains are key leaders overseeing various departments at different levels.

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Intermediate Unit

The province acts as an intermediate unit between the municipality and the nation.

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Sangguniang Panlungsod

The legislative body in cities.

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Sangguniang Bayan

The legislative body in municipalities.

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Difference between Sangguniang Bayan and Sangguniang Panlungsod

Sangguniang Panlungsod is for cities, and Sangguniang Bayan is for municipalities; both are legislative bodies.

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Local Authority

Power given to cities, municipalities and barangays.

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Study Notes

Local Government Officials and Structure

  • Presiding officer of Sangguniang Bayan (Municipal/City Level): Vice Mayor
  • Chief Executive of Barangay Government: Barangay Captain
  • Maximum Consecutive Terms for Elected Officials: Three (3) terms
  • Local Government Unit (LGU) Creation Criteria: Based on factors like population, income, area, and capability to provide services

Roles and Responsibilities of LGUs

  • Role of LGUs in Providing Amenities and Services: LGUs are crucial in providing essential services like healthcare, education, sanitation, infrastructure, and public safety.
  • Supervised by: The Provincial Governor
  • Legislative Body at Municipal/City Level: Sangguniang Bayan
  • Sub-Municipal Unit for Public Interaction: Barangay
  • Responsibilities of LGUs:
    • Providing basic services
    • Implementing developmental plans
    • Protecting the environment
    • Promoting peace and order
    • Enacting local ordinances
    • Enforcing national laws
    • Managing and collecting local taxes
    • Generating revenue
    • Facilitating local economic development

Key Concepts

  • Local Authority vs. State Authority: Local authority is granted by the state, operating within the framework of national law.
  • Basis for Abolition of LGUs: Only through national legislation, based on specific conditions like failure to meet prescribed standards or lack of viability.
  • Importance of Local Government: Local government is crucial for democratic systems as it allows for citizen participation, responsive governance, and the efficient delivery of services at the grassroots level.

Additional Information

  • Presiding Officer of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan (Provincial Level): Vice Governor
  • Key Leader Overseeing Departments: Governor at the provincial level, Mayor at the municipal/city level, and Barangay Captain at the barangay level.
  • Intermediate Unit: Province
  • Difference between Sangguniang Bayan and Sangguniang Panlungsod: Both are legislative bodies, but Sangguniang Panlungsod is specific to cities, while Sangguniang Bayan is for municipalities.

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Test your knowledge about the importance and functions of local government with this quiz. Explore the role of local government in democracy, decision-making, and the overall government structure. Keywords: local government, democracy, decision-making, government structure.

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