Philippine Constitution Overview

False (B)

February 2, 1987

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

<p>Constitution = Fundamental law, binding on all citizens and government Plebiscite = Direct act of the people through voting Public Domain = Lands that cannot be privately owned by aliens Sovereign People = Entity to change the Constitution</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To establish a basic framework of government and define powers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It comes from the direct action of the people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A body of rules and maxims by which sovereign powers are exercised. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>because it is part of the territory of the Philippines and outside the commerce of man</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>The Constitution, as the paramount law. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Atty. Utlum</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Constitution = Fundamental law of a state Executive Order = Presidential legal issuance Office of the Ombudsman = Constitutional office Public Domain = Lands owned by the government</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To preserve and protect individual rights against arbitrary authority (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>the power of the State to control its domestic affairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Nation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sovereignty is the supreme and uncontrollable power inherent in a State by which that State is governed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>State = A community of people in a fixed territory under an independent government. Nation = A group of people with shared characteristics. Internal Sovereignty = The power of a state to control domestic affairs. External Sovereignty = The power of a state to direct its relations with other States</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Declaring a law unconstitutional (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Congress of the Philippines</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Veto Override by Legislature = A check on the Executive; when the legislature overrules an executive refusal to sign a bill, making it law Judicial Review = Determines the constitutionality of laws and executive actions Legislative Power = The authority to make laws Initiative = A process allowing citizens to initiate laws through direct vote</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A process where the citizens directly propose and legislate laws (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The people</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>At-large by qualified voters nationwide (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Senators are elected nationwide.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>thirty-five</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Natural-born citizen, at least 35 years old, able to read and write, registered voter, and a resident of the Philippines for 2 years. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Natural-born citizen = Citizenship at birth Registered Voter = Listed as an eligible voter Resident = Lives in the Philippines for 2 years before election 35 years of age = Minimum age requirement</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>The number of seats available to legislative districts divided by 0.8, then multiplied by 0.20. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fractional seats are disregarded.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>55 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>3 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A set of fundamental laws that outlines the structure, powers, and limitations of a government. It serves as the supreme law of the land, to which all other laws must conform.

The Constitution is supreme, meaning it overrides any other law or executive order. No one, including the President, is above the Constitution.

The Office of the Ombudsman is established by the Constitution, making it a protected body, which cannot be abolished by executive order.

The Philippines' Constitution prohibits foreign ownership of Philippine lands, including those in the public domain.

The Constitution protects national territory and defines it as outside the scope of trade and commerce (meaning it cannot be sold).

Even in times of crisis, the Constitution remains supreme. Good intentions cannot override the Constitution.

International agreements must comply with the Constitution. If a contract violates the Constitution, it cannot be honored.

The Constitution upholds the principle of national sovereignty. It protects the country's resources and independence.

The Constitution is the supreme law of the land because it originates from the direct act of the people, making it superior to any other law, executive issuance, or administrative action.

The Constitution dictates that no act, regardless of its intention, is valid if it contradicts the Constitution. The Constitution must be upheld until it's formally changed by the people.

The 1987 Constitution takes effect on the date of the plebiscite, regardless of when the results are announced. The people's direct action through voting determines its effectivity.

The primary function of a constitution is to establish the government's fundamental framework, outlining roles, powers, and principles. It serves as the supreme law guiding all governmental actions and ensuring citizens' rights.

The Constitution is the basis for all other laws and regulations, ensuring their conformity. It acts as the ultimate test for the legality of any government action.

The Constitution defines the basic structure of the government and assigns specific powers and duties to each branch. It also lays down the core principles on which the government operates.

The Constitution is binding on all citizens, from individuals to government officials, ensuring its universal application.

A community of people living in a defined area, with a government that has the power to make and enforce laws, and recognized by other states.

The power of a state to make and enforce laws within its own territory without interference from other states.

The population of a state, which should be large enough to be self-sufficient but small enough to be easily governed.

The fixed area of land occupied by a state, neither too large nor too small to be effectively governed.

The agency responsible for implementing and executing the will of the state through laws, policies, and regulations.

The power of a state to make decisions and control its relationship with other states, demonstrating its independence and international recognition.

The power of a state to control its domestic affairs, including its laws, policies, and institutions.

A group of people sharing common characteristics like language, culture, or history, often existing across multiple states.

The power to create, alter, or repeal laws.

The power to propose and pass laws directly by citizens.

The President's power to veto a law passed by the Congress.

The Congress's power to override the President's veto.

The Judiciary's power to declare laws or executive acts unconstitutional.

The power of the legislature to reject a presidential appointment.

The power of the legislature to revoke a presidential declaration of martial law or suspension of habeas corpus.

The process by which a branch of government can limit the power of another branch.

Senators are elected by all qualified voters in the Philippines, not just a specific district.

The Constitution outlines the specific requirements for becoming a Senator, including citizenship, age, literacy, registration, and residency.

The COMELEC cannot add new requirements for becoming a Senator beyond those listed in the Constitution. Mandatory drug testing for Senatorial candidates is unconstitutional.

The qualifications for becoming a Senator are not just required at the time of election, but must be maintained throughout the entire term.

Once elected, a Senator must fulfill all the requirements of the position throughout their term. This includes maintaining their citizenship.

The Senate Electoral Tribunal handles disputes related to the election of Senators.

The Senate Electoral Tribunal can remove a Senator from office if they no longer meet the qualifications for the position.

The Constitution is the supreme law of the land, and all other laws must comply with it.

The party-list system in the Philippines allocates seats in the House of Representatives to parties, organizations, and coalitions representing various sectors.

A party, organization, or coalition must receive at least 2% of the total votes cast for the party-list system to be eligible for a guaranteed seat.

The number of additional seats a party can get is determined by their proportion of votes, ensuring that the number of seats reflects the number of votes they received.

A party, organization, or coalition is limited to a maximum of three seats in the House of Representatives, regardless of the number of votes they receive.

The guaranteed seat for a party-list group is not counted when calculating additional seats to ensure fairness in the allocation process.

Fractional seats are disregarded when allocating party-list seats due to the absence of a rounding-off provision in the law.

The 2% threshold for the allocation of additional seats is not valid. The Constitution aims for representation of various interests, and the threshold hinders this goal.

A member of the House of Representatives serves a three-year term, starting at noon on June 30th following their election.