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What is the primary function of a constitution?
What is the primary function of a constitution?
Which of the following statements about the nature of constitutions is true?
Which of the following statements about the nature of constitutions is true?
Which constitution holds the record for being the longest in the world?
Which constitution holds the record for being the longest in the world?
What aspect of a constitution creates limitations on government power?
What aspect of a constitution creates limitations on government power?
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Which of the following qualities is essential for a good written constitution?
Which of the following qualities is essential for a good written constitution?
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What was the primary goal of the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?
What was the primary goal of the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?
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Who were the individuals responsible for writing the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?
Who were the individuals responsible for writing the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?
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What language was declared the official language under the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?
What language was declared the official language under the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?
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What structure composed the government established by the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?
What structure composed the government established by the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?
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Which of the following powers was NOT granted to the Supreme Council under the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?
Which of the following powers was NOT granted to the Supreme Council under the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?
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What was the political situation that led to the formulation of the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?
What was the political situation that led to the formulation of the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?
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What was a unique feature of the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato compared to the original constitution from Cuba?
What was a unique feature of the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato compared to the original constitution from Cuba?
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What type of government was established under the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?
What type of government was established under the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?
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Who served as the Senate President when the new Philippine Legislature was inaugurated?
Who served as the Senate President when the new Philippine Legislature was inaugurated?
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What was the purpose of the two resident commissioners sent to the US as established by the Jones Law?
What was the purpose of the two resident commissioners sent to the US as established by the Jones Law?
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What significant law was approved by US Congress on March 24, 1934, concerning Philippine independence?
What significant law was approved by US Congress on March 24, 1934, concerning Philippine independence?
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What event marked the ratification of the 1935 Constitution?
What event marked the ratification of the 1935 Constitution?
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Which provision was included for the first time in the 1935 Constitution?
Which provision was included for the first time in the 1935 Constitution?
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During which historical event did the 1943 Constitution act as a governing document?
During which historical event did the 1943 Constitution act as a governing document?
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What distinguished the 1943 Constitution from the 1935 Constitution?
What distinguished the 1943 Constitution from the 1935 Constitution?
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What was the consequence of the 1943 Constitution after the liberation of the Philippines in 1945?
What was the consequence of the 1943 Constitution after the liberation of the Philippines in 1945?
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When did the Constitutional Convention convene to write a new constitution under President Ferdinand Marcos?
When did the Constitutional Convention convene to write a new constitution under President Ferdinand Marcos?
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What was a major outcome expected from the 1971 Constitutional Convention?
What was a major outcome expected from the 1971 Constitutional Convention?
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Which article in the 1943 Constitution was notably absent due to the wartime conditions?
Which article in the 1943 Constitution was notably absent due to the wartime conditions?
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What was a main concern raised during the constitutional convention in relation to President Marcos?
What was a main concern raised during the constitutional convention in relation to President Marcos?
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Who was the President inaugurated under the 1943 Constitution?
Who was the President inaugurated under the 1943 Constitution?
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Which of the following features was maintained in both the 1935 and 1943 Constitutions?
Which of the following features was maintained in both the 1935 and 1943 Constitutions?
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What major action did Marcos take on September 21, 1972, that affected the constitutional convention?
What major action did Marcos take on September 21, 1972, that affected the constitutional convention?
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What form of government was established under the 1973 Constitution?
What form of government was established under the 1973 Constitution?
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What significant change did the amendments in 1981 bring to the 1973 Constitution?
What significant change did the amendments in 1981 bring to the 1973 Constitution?
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What immediate power did President Aquino retain under the Freedom Constitution?
What immediate power did President Aquino retain under the Freedom Constitution?
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What prompted the call for a Constitutional Commission in 1986?
What prompted the call for a Constitutional Commission in 1986?
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What was the outcome of the plebiscite held on February 2, 1987?
What was the outcome of the plebiscite held on February 2, 1987?
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What significant provision was included in the 1987 Constitution regarding human rights?
What significant provision was included in the 1987 Constitution regarding human rights?
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What was one of the major criticisms of the 1973 Constitution during its ratification?
What was one of the major criticisms of the 1973 Constitution during its ratification?
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Which of the following provisions was NOT part of the 1987 Constitution?
Which of the following provisions was NOT part of the 1987 Constitution?
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Who led the Constitutional Commission that drafted the 1987 Constitution?
Who led the Constitutional Commission that drafted the 1987 Constitution?
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What event marked the end of the 1973 Constitution?
What event marked the end of the 1973 Constitution?
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Which article in the 1987 Constitution emphasizes citizens' rights?
Which article in the 1987 Constitution emphasizes citizens' rights?
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What was one of the first acts of the Malolos Congress upon its formation?
What was one of the first acts of the Malolos Congress upon its formation?
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Which proposal generated heated discussion during the drafting of the Malolos Constitution?
Which proposal generated heated discussion during the drafting of the Malolos Constitution?
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What significant feature did the Malolos Constitution emphasize?
What significant feature did the Malolos Constitution emphasize?
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Who was initially opposed to creating a government recognized by foreign powers?
Who was initially opposed to creating a government recognized by foreign powers?
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In what year was the Malolos Constitution approved by President Aguinaldo?
In what year was the Malolos Constitution approved by President Aguinaldo?
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What was the term length for the president under the Malolos Constitution?
What was the term length for the president under the Malolos Constitution?
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What established the official recognition of the first Philippine Republic?
What established the official recognition of the first Philippine Republic?
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What document was created during the American colonial period for governance reform?
What document was created during the American colonial period for governance reform?
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How did the Malolos Constitution address the relationship between Church and State?
How did the Malolos Constitution address the relationship between Church and State?
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What challenge faced the first Philippine Republic shortly after its establishment?
What challenge faced the first Philippine Republic shortly after its establishment?
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Which characteristic defined the governance style of the first Philippine Republic?
Which characteristic defined the governance style of the first Philippine Republic?
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Which constitution is recognized as the first republican constitution in Asia?
Which constitution is recognized as the first republican constitution in Asia?
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What was one of the main criticisms Mabini had regarding the proposed Malolos Constitution?
What was one of the main criticisms Mabini had regarding the proposed Malolos Constitution?
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What motivated the convening of the Malolos Congress?
What motivated the convening of the Malolos Congress?
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Study Notes
Main Topic IV: The Philippine Constitution
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Intended Learning Outcomes: Analyze the context, content, and perspectives of various sources, and formulate arguments for or against a particular issue.
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Objectives: Discuss concepts and ideas about constitutions, recognize their purposes and classifications, explore essential qualities and salient parts of a good constitution, and create a topic diary using comic strips.
Lesson 1: The Meaning of a Constitution
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A. Constitution Defined: A constitution is the fundamental law of a nation/state, defining the characteristics, and basic principles of government. Essentially, it outlines the rules and frameworks of a government's structure and operations.
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A constitution codifies (writes down) the rules and principles by which an organization (a nation, etc) is managed. It defines the rights of individuals and establishes limitations on government power. This is considered the highest expression of the law.
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Example of uncodified constitutions: The UK constitution is not written down in one document, but is composed of numerous statutes, legislative acts, court decisions, and treaties.
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Longest written constitution: India's constitution is the longest, containing 444 articles in 22 parts, 12 schedules, and 118 amendments (146,585 words in English).
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Shortest written constitution: The constitution of Monaco is the shortest with 10 chapters, 97 articles, and 3,814 words.
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B. Purposes of a Constitution: The constitution prescribes the framework of the system (or kind of government) which will be used by a nation/state.
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Explore the foundational elements of the Philippine Constitution in this quiz. You will learn the definition, purpose, and essential qualities of a constitution while analyzing its impact on governance. Engage with various sources and perspectives to deepen your understanding of constitutional principles.
