40 Questions
What was the primary reason for the establishment of a system of discipline in early times?
For defense of community
What is the main objective of the lesson on Military Courtesy and Discipline?
To provide students with basic knowledge on Military Courtesy and Discipline
What is the scope of the presentation on Military Courtesy and Discipline?
Both Military Discipline and Military Courtesy
What is the basis of the code of military law in Britain during the middle ages?
List of Rules and Ordinances of War
In the Philippines, what is the basis of the code of military law?
Commonwealth Act Nr 408
What is discipline in the context of the military?
Controlled behavior resulting from disciplinary training
Why is discipline necessary in the military?
To maintain order and unity among troops
What is the ultimate goal of creating a climate of discipline in the military?
To maintain order and unity among troops
What is discipline in the context of the military?
A state of order and obedience existing within a Command
Why do soldiers submit to a law of perpetual constraint?
Because they adopt the profession of arms with their own free will
What is the primary goal of military discipline?
To instill a sense of obligation to oneself, to his commander, unit, and entire organization
According to Charles de Gaulle, what is the result of being a soldier?
Ceasing to be the master of one's fate
What is the result of military discipline?
Orderly and effective group action
What is the purpose of military discipline in regard to the individual soldier?
To instill a sense of obligation to oneself, to his commander, unit, and entire organization
What is the role of training, punishment, and rewards in military discipline?
To create a state of order and obedience
What is the result of a soldier's submission to military discipline?
Increased sense of obligation to oneself, to his commander, unit, and entire organization
What should you do when the national anthem is played or an uncased color is passed by?
Face the flag, stand at attention and render a smart salute
What is the purpose of making a courtesy call to a new unit?
To show respect to your seniors and establish a relationship
How should you address a senior officer when there is a marked disparity in rank?
In the third person
How should you walk in relation to a senior officer?
On their left side
What should you do when an uncased color is passed by and you are in a vehicle?
Sit at attention and do not salute
What should you avoid when interacting with your seniors?
Undue familiarity
How should you address junior personnel?
By their first name
What should you do when passing a senior officer while walking?
Salute and ask permission to go ahead
What is the main consequence of an army losing its sense of discipline?
It ceases to be an army.
What was the original purpose of the right-hand salute in historic times?
To indicate that the right hand had no weapon.
What does military courtesy serve to do?
To smoothen personal relationships.
What is the most important form of military courtesy?
The salute.
Who is entitled to salute?
Commissioned officers of the AFP and allied nations.
At what distance is a salute required?
At a distance of about 6 paces or the recognition distance of 30 paces.
When is a salute not rendered?
All of the above.
What should a person do when in doubt about saluting?
When in doubt, salute!
What is expected of the person being saluted?
They should return the salute.
Why should a salute be executed with a gesture and a greeting?
To show courtesy and respect.
What is the primary purpose of punishment in a military organization?
To reform or eliminate those unfit in the organization
What is the result of effective teamwork in a military organization?
Unify actions into single effort to accomplish the mission
What is the primary purpose of awards in a military organization?
To recognize and reward outstanding performance
What is the key aspect of instilling discipline in a military organization?
Making one realize his obligations to himself and the organization
What is the primary measure of discipline in a military organization?
The performance of jobs even in the absence of the Commander
What is an example of a specific application of discipline in a military organization?
Fire discipline
Study Notes
Military Courtesy and Discipline
- Military courtesy and discipline have been essential components of armed forces since early times, originating from the need for defense and community organization.
- These traits have evolved into refined forms, parallel to the development of customs and traditions, becoming an unwritten code of conduct in all armed forces.
Definition of Discipline
- Discipline is defined as controlled behavior resulting from disciplinary training, control obtained by enforcing compliance or order, a systematic method to obtain obedience, and a state of order based on submission to rules and authority.
- Military discipline is a state of order and obedience within a command, demanding habitual but reasoned obedience to command, created by training, use of punishment and rewards, and correct performance of duty.
Importance of Discipline
- Discipline insures orderly and effective group action, instills a sense of obligation to oneself, one's commander, unit, and entire organization.
- A quote by President Charles de Gaulle illustrates the significance of discipline in the military profession.
Military Courtesy
- Military courtesy is defined as acts of politeness, civility, and respect, serving to smooth personal relationships.
- The salute is the most important form of military courtesy, executed to show respect to commissioned officers of the AFP, high civilian officials, or foreign dignitaries during military honors.
General Rules for Saluting
- Saluting is required on and off military installations, during and off office hours, and at a distance of about 6 paces or the recognition distance of 30 paces.
- The hand is held in position until the officer saluted has passed or after the salute is returned.
- Saluting rules include exceptions, such as not saluting while running, smoking, or carrying articles on both hands.
Creating a Climate for Discipline
- Training develops teamwork, habit of prompt obedience to orders, and enables one to learn what is required in the battlefield.
- Judicious use of punishment and rewards creates a sense of confidence and responsibility, making individuals realize their obligations to themselves and their organization.
Measuring Discipline
- Discipline is measured by the result of the job, subordinate's attitude, and performance of jobs even in the absence of the Commander.
Applications of Discipline
- Various forms of discipline include fire discipline, water discipline, march discipline, and combat discipline, all essential in different military contexts.
This quiz covers the basics of military courtesy and discipline, including their evolution and importance in the armed forces.
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