NSTP 1: Citizenship and Constitution

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What is the purpose of the duties and obligations of citizens in a democracy?

To abuse their rights and freedoms

To undermine the Constitution

To overthrow the government

To contribute to the development and welfare of the State (correct)

How can one become a good citizen?

By only exercising their rights and freedoms

By being apathetic to the government and society

By living in accordance with good citizenship values derived from the Constitution (correct)

By disobeying the laws and authorities

What is NOT a duty and obligation of citizens in a democracy?

To defend the state

To engage in violent protests (correct)

To contribute to the development and welfare of the State

To uphold the Constitution and obey the laws

Which of the following is a type of naturalization?

Administrative Naturalization Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of citizens registering and voting?

To exercise their right to participate in the democratic process Signup and view all the answers

What is the relation between citizens' duties and the Constitution?

Citizens' duties are based on the Constitution Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Constitution?

The body of rules and maxims in accordance with which the powers of sovereignty are habitually exercised Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between citizenship and nationality?

Citizenship is a legal relationship between a person and a country, while nationality refers to a person's cultural identity Signup and view all the answers

How can one acquire citizenship in the Philippines?

By birth or naturalization Signup and view all the answers

What is Jus Soli?

The law of the soil Signup and view all the answers

Who are considered citizens of the Philippines according to the 1987 Philippine Constitution?

Those whose fathers or mothers are citizens of the Philippines, and those born before January 17, 1973, of Filipino mothers Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Article IV of the 1987 Philippine Constitution?

It defines the concept of citizenship Signup and view all the answers

What is naturalization?

The process of acquiring citizenship through law Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of understanding the concept of citizenship?

It is necessary for understanding one's rights and responsibilities as a member of a society Signup and view all the answers

Who composed the music of the Philippine national anthem in 1898?

Julian Felipe Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the Spanish poem that the lyrics of the Philippine national anthem were adapted from?

Marcha Nacional Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the Government established by the 1987 Philippine Constitution?

To build a just and humane society Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the book written by Sonia G. Dela Cruz in 2005?

National Development via National Service Training Program Signup and view all the answers

Who translated the Spanish poem 'Marcha Nacional' into Filipino?

Jose Palma Signup and view all the answers

When was the Philippine national anthem's music composed?

1898 Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Citizenship

• Citizenship refers to the legal relationship between a person and a country. • It defines the rights and obligations of a person towards their country.

Philippine Constitution

• The Constitution of the Philippines is a written instrument that establishes, limits, and defines the fundamental powers of the government. • It distributes these powers among several departments or branches for the safe and useful exercise of the government for the benefit of the people.

Citizenship vs. Nationality

• Citizenship refers to the legal relationship between a person and a country. • Nationality refers to the country of origin or the country a person belongs to.

Modes of Acquiring Citizenship in the Philippines

• By Birth: A person acquires citizenship through Jus Soli (law of the soil) or Jus Sanguinis (law of the blood). • By Naturalization: A person can acquire citizenship through direct or derivative naturalization.

Direct Naturalization

• Administrative Naturalization (Ra 9139) • Judicial Naturalization • Legislative Naturalization

Derivative Naturalization

• No specific details provided

Who are Citizens of the Philippines?

• Those who are citizens of the Philippines at the time of the adoption of the Constitution. • Those whose fathers or mothers are citizens of the Philippines. • Those born before January 17, 1973, of Filipino mothers, who elect Philippine citizenship upon reaching the age of majority. • Those who are naturalized in accordance with the law.

Duties and Obligations of Citizens

• To be loyal to the republic • To defend the state • To contribute to the development and welfare of the state • To uphold the Constitution and obey the laws • To cooperate with duly constituted authorities • To exercise rights responsibly and with due regard for the rights of others • To engage in gainful work • To register and vote

Good Citizenship

• Can be achieved by living in accordance with good citizenship values • Values derived from the preamble of the Constitution include: + Faith in God + Unity + Patriotism + Equality + Peace + Promotion of a common good + Concern for the family and future generations + Concern for the environment and order

Philippine National Anthem

• The music was composed in 1898 by Julian Felipe • The lyrics were adapted from the Spanish poem "Marcha Nacional" and translated into Filipino as "Filipinas" by Jose Palma

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This quiz covers the basics of citizenship and the Constitution of the Philippines, including the definition of citizenship and the desirable traits of a citizen.