Media Laws in the Philippines (Teodoro, 2006)

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Which school of ethics is often adopted in the drafting of international charters?

Natural law adherents (correct)

Divine command adherents

Kant's duty ethics adherents

Utilitarianism adherents

What is a key reason why most universal freedoms worldwide are derived from natural law ethics?

It emphasizes utilitarian principles

It transcends religious orientations (correct)

It is aligned with Kant's duty ethics

It is based on divine commands

How do the various subgroups within the deontological school of ethics contribute to its uniqueness?

By prioritizing individual desires

By diversifying points of emphasis (correct)

By advocating for moral relativism

By promoting utilitarian principles

Why is the natural law position often favored in international charters over divine command or duty ethics?

It offers a secular ethical foundation Signup and view all the answers

In terms of drafting international charters, which ethical perspective is most likely to emphasize individual responsibilities over divine commands?

Kant's duty ethics adherents Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of Module I in the text?

Historical Background of Media Law in the Philippines Signup and view all the answers

During which period was freedom of the press, although limited, recognized according to the text?

Post-War period Signup and view all the answers

What freedom was recognized despite miseducation and vulnerability in the text?

Freedom of the Press Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of the module described in the text?

Learn about Historical Background of Media Law in the Philippines Signup and view all the answers

Which period marked a new found freedom after a regime according to the text?

Marcos Regime Signup and view all the answers

What is the media's role in politics according to the passage?

Mobilize voters and inform citizens for electing representatives Signup and view all the answers

What should students be able to understand after studying the module based on the text?

Important theories of Ethics Signup and view all the answers

Why is journalism often referred to as the Fourth Estate of political power?

Because it shapes the public's ideas and attitudes about leaders Signup and view all the answers

What is the relation between media and politics described as in the passage?

Dependent and almost parasitic Signup and view all the answers

How does the media influence the citizenry according to the passage?

By providing information for informed decision-making Signup and view all the answers

What power do government and politicians use the media for?

To communicate their plans to the people Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the sources of Law discussed in the text?

Custom Signup and view all the answers

In what way is the media's power described in the passage?

Too much power that can shape politicians' image Signup and view all the answers

How did religion regulate the behavior of people?

By invoking 'Godly sanction' Signup and view all the answers

What function did the rules of morality serve in society?

Defining what was good and bad Signup and view all the answers

What role did the State play in converting moral and religious rules into laws?

Converted them into laws Signup and view all the answers

When did legislation emerge as the chief source of Law?

In the 13th century Signup and view all the answers

How did the King's role change in regulating behavior over time?

He started giving his approval to enacted rules Signup and view all the answers

Which law required all media publications to be cleared first by the Department of Public Information?

DPI Order 1 Signup and view all the answers

What was prohibited by DPI Order 2?

Printing without permission from DPI Signup and view all the answers

Which presidential decree penalized rumor-mongering for undermining the stability of the government?

Presidential Decree 90 Signup and view all the answers

What did Presidential Decree 1834 to 35 escalate penalties for?

Rebellion and sedition Signup and view all the answers

Under which law was the president empowered to detain individuals or entities for national security reasons?

Presidential Decree 1737 Signup and view all the answers

Which papers continued publication as 'government-controlled press' despite the laws in place?

Journals and the Express Signup and view all the answers