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What is the name of the island associated with the name Pangutaran?
What is the name of the island associated with the name Pangutaran?
- Corregidor Island
- Kalayaan Island
- Lantaw Island
- Pulau Bangkuruan (correct)
Which of the following phrases represents the meaning of 'Siyama'?
Which of the following phrases represents the meaning of 'Siyama'?
- Happiness
- Peace
- Strength
- Forbearance (correct)
How many barangays make up the municipality of Pangutaran?
How many barangays make up the municipality of Pangutaran?
- 16 (correct)
- 20
- 12
- 10
Which of the following best describes the location of Pangutaran?
Which of the following best describes the location of Pangutaran?
Who was sheikh Karim Al-Makhdum?
Who was sheikh Karim Al-Makhdum?
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Overview of Pangutaran, Sulu
- Municipality in the southwestern Philippines, located in Sulu province.
- Part of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM).
- Known for its rich history, cultural heritage, and natural beauty.
Historical Significance
- Named after "Shariff Pangutaran," the first Filipino to inhabit the island.
- Also referred to as "Pulau Bangkuruan," translated from Malay as "the island with the Bangkudo trees."
- The term "Siyama" means "forbearance," linked to the arrival of Sheikh Karim Al-Makhdum and Indian traders.
Political Divisions
- Divided into 16 barangays, each containing puroks and some featuring sitios.
- Key barangays include Alu Bunah, Bang Kilay, Kawitan, and others.
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