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What was enacted on January 23, 2002, and signed by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo?
What was enacted on January 23, 2002, and signed by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo?
- Commonwealth Act No. 1
- Presidential Memorandum Order No. 1
- Republic Act 9163 (correct)
- Presidential Decree No. 1706
Which act required compulsory military training of college students when it was enacted in 1935?
Which act required compulsory military training of college students when it was enacted in 1935?
- Republic Act 9163
- Republic Act 7077
- Presidential Decree No. 1706
- Commonwealth Act No. 1 (correct)
What did the National Service Law, established by Presidential Decree No. 1706, require from citizens?
What did the National Service Law, established by Presidential Decree No. 1706, require from citizens?
- National service in civic welfare, law enforcement, or military service (correct)
- Compulsory military training only
- Community service for a year
- Mandatory military enlistment for males only
What was the Basic Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) implemented after the suspension of the National Service Law?
What was the Basic Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) implemented after the suspension of the National Service Law?
What significant change was made to the ROTC program in 1991?
What significant change was made to the ROTC program in 1991?
Which of the following programs was NOT offered as part of the options under the National Service Law?
Which of the following programs was NOT offered as part of the options under the National Service Law?
Who issued Presidential Decree No. 1706, which repealed Commonwealth Act No. 1?
Who issued Presidential Decree No. 1706, which repealed Commonwealth Act No. 1?
The rationale of military training service primarily focuses on what aspect?
The rationale of military training service primarily focuses on what aspect?
What is the primary purpose of the National Service Training Program (NSTP)?
What is the primary purpose of the National Service Training Program (NSTP)?
Which component of the NSTP is primarily focused on military training?
Which component of the NSTP is primarily focused on military training?
Which group of students is required to complete an NSTP component?
Which group of students is required to complete an NSTP component?
What type of activities does Civic Welfare Training Services (CWTS) encompass?
What type of activities does Civic Welfare Training Services (CWTS) encompass?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the NSTP?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the NSTP?
The Literacy Training Service (LTS) primarily aims to train students in what area?
The Literacy Training Service (LTS) primarily aims to train students in what area?
Who is NOT covered by the NSTP Law?
Who is NOT covered by the NSTP Law?
What is one of the goals of the state regarding the youth in nation building?
What is one of the goals of the state regarding the youth in nation building?
What was the main purpose of modifying the ROTC program?
What was the main purpose of modifying the ROTC program?
Which of the following statements is true about female students regarding the expanded ROTC program?
Which of the following statements is true about female students regarding the expanded ROTC program?
What does R.A. 9163 aim to establish for tertiary level students?
What does R.A. 9163 aim to establish for tertiary level students?
What are the three components of the NSTP as outlined in R.A. 9163?
What are the three components of the NSTP as outlined in R.A. 9163?
Who sponsored Senate Bill 1824?
Who sponsored Senate Bill 1824?
What principle does Section 2 of R.A. 9163 establish for citizens?
What principle does Section 2 of R.A. 9163 establish for citizens?
Which of the following statements best describes the implementation of the expanded ROTC program?
Which of the following statements best describes the implementation of the expanded ROTC program?
When was R.A. 9163 signed into law?
When was R.A. 9163 signed into law?
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Study Notes
National Service Training Program (NSTP) Overview
- Republic Act 9163 established the National Service Training Program (NSTP), enacted on January 23, 2002, under President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo.
- NSTP aims to enhance civic consciousness and promote defense preparedness among the youth through various training programs.
Legislative History
- Originated from Commonwealth Act No. 1 (1935), which mandated military training for college students.
- Military training was implemented to defend the state effectively.
- Under Commonwealth Act No. 1, male college students required two years of military training.
- Presidential Decree No. 1706 (1980) repealed Commonwealth Act No. 1, introducing options for civic welfare service, law enforcement, or military service.
- After the fall of President Marcos, reforms led the Basic ROTC program to become the Expanded ROTC program (1991), offering a choice among military, civic welfare, and law enforcement training.
Key Features of NSTP
- Consists of three program components:
- Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC)
- Literacy Training Service (LTS)
- Civic Welfare Training Service (CWTS)
Goals and Responsibilities
- Government's duty: serve and protect citizens while citizens must contribute to state security.
- The youth's role in nation-building emphasized through civic consciousness and patriotism.
- Students trained to be involved in military, civic, and literacy service to engage with public and civic affairs.
Program Components
- Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC):
- Provides military training to prepare tertiary students for national defense.
- Literacy Training Service (LTS):
- Focuses on training students to enhance literacy and numeric skills among various societal groups.
- Civic Welfare Training Services (CWTS):
- Programs aimed at improving community life and addressing health, education, and safety needs.
NSTP Requirements
- Incoming freshmen students enrolled in baccalaureate or at least two-year technical vocational courses need to complete one NSTP component.
- All higher education institutions must offer at least one NSTP component; state universities and colleges (SUCs) must offer ROTC and one other component.
Exemptions
- Students in non-degree programs are not required to take the NSTP.
Importance
- The NSTP acts as a crucial framework for students to fulfill their civic duties while enhancing skillsets beneficial for personal and community development.
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