PA01 Finals Reviewer: Qualifications and Term of Office
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What is the term of office for the Chairman of the Commission on Audit?

  • 6 years
  • 10 years
  • 5 years
  • 7 years (correct)

    • Which of the following statements about appointments to the Commission on Audit is true?

  • Appointments are made without confirmation if the candidate is qualified.
  • Temporary appointments are allowed for the Commissioner.
  • Appointees can serve more than one term.
  • All appointees must be confirmed by the Commission on Appointments. (correct)

    • How long is the term for Commissioner 2 in the Commission on Audit?

  • 2 years
  • 5 years
  • 4 years
  • 3 years (correct)

    • What happens if a Commissioner position is vacated?

    <p>The appointment to a vacancy is for the unexpired term of the predecessor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the Commission on Audit?

    <p>An independent constitution commission established by the constitution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a qualification for serving in the Commission on Audit?

    <p>Must hold a degree in public administration or finance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a disqualification for commission members during their tenure?

    <p>Engage in active management of any business affected by their office functions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to salaries after a decrease is implemented?

    <p>Incumbent members retain their current salary.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions cannot be taken by the commission when promulgating rules?

    <p>Modify existing statutory rights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Within how many days must each commission decide matters after submission?

    <p>60 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To which court can decisions of the Comelec and COA be appealed?

    <p>Supreme Court</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the time frame within which each commission must make a decision after submission?

    <p>60 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding salary increases for commission members?

    <p>They take effect immediately.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which body can appeal decisions made by the Civil Service Commission (CSC)?

    <p>Court of Appeals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary roles of the Civil Service Commission (CSC)?

    <p>Promoting efficiency and integrity in the Civil Service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a qualification for a commissioner of the Civil Service Commission (CSC)?

    <p>At least 30 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many members are there in the Civil Service Commission (CSC)?

    <p>Three</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following commissions' decisions can be appealed to the Supreme Court (SC)?

    <p>Commission on Elections (Comelec)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What ensures the integrity of independent commissions against interference?

    <p>They are established by the Constitution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true regarding the fiscal autonomy of independent commissions?

    <p>They control their budget and financial matters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can commissioners be removed from office?

    <p>Through impeachment only.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant feature of the salary structure for independent commissioners?

    <p>Their salaries cannot be diminished during their term.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of independent commissions allows them to define their operational procedures?

    <p>They promulgate their own procedural rules.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one main feature shared by the three independent Constitutional Commissions?

    <p>They are established by the Constitution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes the primary purpose of these independent Constitutional Commissions?

    <p>To ensure integrity, transparency, and efficiency.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the Constitution protect the integrity of the independent Constitutional Commissions?

    <p>By constituting them and defining their powers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key reason these Commissions are deemed independent?

    <p>They function free from political interference.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the independent Constitutional Commissions established by the 1987 Philippine Constitution?

    <p>Commission on Education (COE)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum age requirement for a Commissioner at the time of appointment?

    <p>35 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long is the term of office for the Chairman of the Commission?

    <p>7 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a qualification for a Commissioner?

    <p>At least 30 years old at the time of appointment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is true about the terms of the Commissioners?

    <p>Appointments are for unexpired terms only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the requirement for appointees by the President?

    <p>They need confirmation by the Commission on Appointments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main functions of the COMELEC?

    <p>Enforce laws related to elections and conduct referendums</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum age required for someone to be appointed as a member of the COA?

    <p>35 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long is the term of office for the Chairman of the COA?

    <p>7 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a qualification for COA members?

    <p>Must hold a graduate degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term length for the sixth commissioner of the COA?

    <p>3 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about the appointment process for COA members is correct?

    <p>Appointees must be confirmed by the Commission on Appointments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which body is tasked with ensuring the integrity and fairness of elections in the Philippines?

    <p>Commission on Elections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Commission on Audit?

    <p>To oversee government fund utilization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following bodies is not included in Article IX of the 1987 Philippine Constitution?

    <p>Commission on Human Rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Civil Service Commission?

    <p>To ensure a professional and politically neutral civil service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which independent constitutional body ensures that government funds are properly utilized?

    <p>Commission on Audit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main objectives of the Office of the Ombudsman?

    <p>To enforce civil and criminal liability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is NOT associated with the Commission on Human Rights?

    <p>Profitability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the Commission on Human Rights ensure its services are effective?

    <p>Through universal human rights principles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a commitment of the Commission on Human Rights in its service delivery?

    <p>To provide excellent public service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following bodies shares responsibilities in overseeing human rights and government accountability?

    <p>Commission on Human Rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long is the term of office for Commissioner 4?

    <p>3 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is true regarding the appointment of vacancies?

    <p>Vacancies are only filled for the unexpired term.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the Chairman's term is correct?

    <p>The Chairman's term length is 7 years.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Commission on Human Rights primarily do?

    <p>Protect citizens' rights and act on complaints.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is false about the terms of the other commissioners?

    <p>Commissioner 2 serves a longer term than Commissioner 3.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Qualifications and Term of Office

    • Members of constitutional commissions cannot hold other offices or employment, engage in the practice of any profession, or be financially interested in any contract or franchise granted by the government during their tenure.
    • Commission members have fixed terms of office, with no temporary appointments or reappointments.
    • Appointments to vacancies are only for the unexpired term of the predecessor.

    Commission on Audit (COA)

    • The COA is an independent constitutional commission that examines, audits, and settles all accounts related to government revenue, expenditures, and property.
    • The COA has the power to promulgate its own rules and procedures.
    • Its Chairman and two Commissioners are appointed by the President and confirmed by the Commission on Appointments.

    Independence of Constitutional Commissions

    • Constitutional commissions are independent to ensure integrity, transparency, and efficiency within their respective domains of government.
    • Their independence is protected by factors such as:
      • Constitutional creation
      • Independent power of appointment
      • Promulgating own procedural rules
      • Fiscal autonomy
      • Salaries cannot be diminished
      • Fixed term
      • Removal only through impeachment

    Civil Service Commission (CSC)

    • The CSC is an independent constitutional commission that promotes morale, efficiency, integrity, responsiveness, progressiveness, and courtesy in the Civil Service.
    • It adopts measures to strengthen the merit and reward system, integrates human resources development programs, and institutionalizes a management climate conducive to public accountability.
    • The CSC has a Chairman and two Commissioners, who are natural-born citizens of the Philippines, at least 35 years old, and with proven capacity for public administration and local management.

    Commission on Elections (COMELEC)

    • The COMELEC is an independent constitutional commission that enforces and administers laws relative to the conduct of elections, plebiscite, initiative, referendum, and recall.
    • It ensures free, orderly, honest, peaceful, and credible elections.

    Office of the Ombudsman

    • The Office of the Ombudsman is an independent body that acts promptly on complaints filed against government officers or employees.
    • It enforces administrative, civil, and criminal liability where evidence warrants.

    Commission on Human Rights

    • The CHR is an independent body that conducts investigations on human rights violations against marginalized and vulnerable sectors of society.
    • It upholds six fundamental characteristics: independence, pluralism, broad mandate, transparency, accessibility, and operational efficiency.

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