30 Questions
What is one of the responsibilities that local government units are expected to fulfill within their territorial jurisdictions?
Encourage the development of self-reliant scientific capabilities
In addition to economic prosperity, which other aspect are local government units expected to enhance within their jurisdiction?
Cultural preservation
What is one of the roles local government units should play in relation to public morals?
Improving public morals
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of local government units as stated in the text?
Preserve national parks
Local government units are required to maintain which of the following within their territorial jurisdictions?
Peace and order
What is one of the things that local government units are NOT expected to do within their territorial jurisdictions?
Promote global economic policies
What is the primary authority for creating a local government unit in the case of a province, city, or municipality?
Congress
Which of the following factors is NOT a verifiable indicator for the creation or conversion of a local government unit?
Cultural significance
Which authority is responsible for creating a Barangay located within the territorial jurisdiction of a Sangguniang Panlalawigan or Sangguniang Panlungsod?
The Sangguniang Panlalawigan
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the creation or conversion of a local government unit?
It requires a law enacted by Congress
What is the role of 'acceptable standards' in determining the viability of a local government unit?
They establish the required income level
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the alteration of boundaries of a local government unit?
It requires an ordinance passed by the Sangguniang Panlalawigan or Sangguniang Panlungsod
Which level of government may provide or enhance basic services and facilities for a lower level of local government unit?
National government
What source of funding is mentioned in the text as being used for basic services and facilities of local government units?
Proceeds of national taxes and other local revenues
What must funds available for local government units be allocated for first?
Basic services and facilities
What is required to phase out Regional offices of national agencies whose functions are devolved to local government units?
Approval from the President
Which entities may establish field units for monitoring and technical assistance after devolving functions to local government units?
Regional offices of national agencies
What funding support may be provided to local government units according to the text?
National government, its instrumentalities, and government-owned corporations
What is the governing body responsible for issuing rules and regulations regarding the distribution of assets to local government units?
The oversight committee
What happens to the personnel of national agencies or offices not absorbed by local government units?
They are retained by the national government
What is the purpose of the provision for the transfer of records, equipment, and other assets to local government units?
To transfer the powers, functions, and responsibilities of national agencies to local government units
What is the role of the civil service law, rules, and regulations in the devolution process?
To protect the rights of personnel of national agencies or offices
What is the purpose of allowing local government units to sell, lease, encumber, or otherwise dispose of public economic enterprises owned by them?
To ensure the active participation of the private sector in local governance
Who can determine the administrative viability of absorbing personnel of national agencies or offices by local government units?
The oversight committee
What is the minimum age requirement for candidates running for the position of governor, vice-governor, or member of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan?
Twenty-three (23) years
Who has the power to exercise recall for loss of confidence in a local government unit?
The registered voters of the local government unit
What is the minimum age requirement for candidates running for the position of Punong Barangay or member of the Sangguniang Barangay?
Eighteen (18) years
Which of the following positions has the youngest minimum age requirement for candidates?
Punong Barangay or member of the Sangguniang Barangay
What is the upper age limit for candidates running for the Sangguniang kabataan?
Twenty-one (21) years
Which body is responsible for initiating a comprehensive multi-sectoral development plan for a local government unit?
The development council
Test your knowledge on the authority to create, divide, merge, abolish, or alter boundaries of local government units as stated in Section 6 of Chapter 2. of general powers and attributes. Understand the legislative processes involved in the establishment and changes of local government structures.
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