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What is the primary basis of citizenship in the Philippines?
What is the primary basis of citizenship in the Philippines?
Who is considered a natural-born citizen of the Philippines?
Who is considered a natural-born citizen of the Philippines?
What is the consequence of a Filipino citizen marrying a foreigner?
What is the consequence of a Filipino citizen marrying a foreigner?
What is the principle that prohibits a person from having two citizenships?
What is the principle that prohibits a person from having two citizenships?
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How can a person's citizenship be lost or reacquired?
How can a person's citizenship be lost or reacquired?
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What is Jus Sanguinis?
What is Jus Sanguinis?
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What is one of the ways to lose citizenship?
What is one of the ways to lose citizenship?
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What is the term for the process of a foreigner becoming a citizen of a country?
What is the term for the process of a foreigner becoming a citizen of a country?
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What is one of the elements of a state?
What is one of the elements of a state?
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What is one of the characteristics of an active citizen?
What is one of the characteristics of an active citizen?
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Study Notes
Citizenship
- It is a person's membership or affiliation with a country, carrying duties and responsibilities towards that country.
- It is based on the Philippine Constitution.
Qualifications of a Filipino Citizen
- Art. IV, Sec. 1-5 of the 1987 Constitution state the qualifications:
- Natural-born citizens of the Philippines.
- Those whose parents are Filipino citizens.
- Those born before January 17, 1973, whose mothers are Filipino citizens, who chose Philippine citizenship upon reaching the age of majority.
- Those who have become citizens by law.
dual Citizenship
- It is prohibited by the Philippine Constitution.
- It is against national sovereignty and shall be penalized by law.
Principles of Citizenship
- Jus Sanguinis (Right of Blood): citizenship based on the blood or nationality of one's parents.
- Jus Soli (Right of Birth): citizenship based on the place of birth, regardless of the parents' nationality.
Reasons for Loss of Citizenship
- Naturalization in another country.
- Expatriation or voluntary renunciation of citizenship.
- Taking an oath of allegiance to the Constitution of another country.
- Serving in the armed forces of another country.
- Marrying a foreigner and adopting their citizenship.
Ways to Reacquire Citizenship
- Naturalization: the process of a country accepting a foreigner and granting them citizenship.
- Repatriation: the voluntary return of a person to their country of origin after reacquiring their citizenship.
- Congressional Action: the Filipino Congress's approval of an application to become a Filipino citizen.
- Government Pardon: the government's forgiveness of a person's past actions, usually for those who have served in the government but have deserted.
Importance of Participation in Civic and Political Affairs
- Four essential elements of a nation:
- Territory
- Government
- Citizens
- Sovereignty
- Civic engagement: being a good citizen, knowing one's responsibilities, and participating in civic activities.
- Political participation: actively engaging in political issues, running for public office, and exercising the right to vote.
Characteristics of an Active Citizen
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Makabayan (Nationalistic):
- Loyal to the country.
- Willing to defend the state.
- Obeys the Constitution and other laws.
- Cooperates with the government.
- Supports local products.
- Displays heroism in times of crisis, disaster, or war.
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Makatao (Humanitarian):
- Respects the rights of others.
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Test your knowledge on Philippine citizenship, rights, and responsibilities based on the 1987 Constitution. This quiz covers the definition of a Filipino citizen, their duties, and the laws that govern their citizenship. Are you a proud Filipino citizen?