Philippine Governance and Constitution Quiz

Refers to the citizens of the Philippines empowered to create a constitution.

The fundamental law of the nation, binding only locally unless recognized internationally.

The principle aimed at enabling full development for all citizens.

The ideal state where all citizens have the same opportunities, combating inequality.

A group of islands, specifically referring to the Philippine geographical configuration.

The principle that government officials only have authority defined by law and consented by the people.

The outcome of harmony formed through truth, justice, freedom, and love.

Representing the compassion that prevented violence during social changes, particularly in February.

Comprises the Philippine archipelago and any other territories belonging or that may belong to the Philippines.

The legal authority of the Philippines over specific territories, including claims and disputes.

Four key components: people, territory, sovereignty, and organized government.

The ultimate authority of a state, enabling it to govern itself without external control.

The concept related to internal waters and territorial seas, including straight baseline methods.

Waters located within the baseline of the archipelago, recognized as part of territorial jurisdiction.

A method used to delineate the territorial sea by connecting relevant points of the coast.

Discrepancies between the Constitution's definition of internal waters and UNCLOS classifications.

Equalization of political, economic, and social opportunities, focusing on helping the disadvantaged.

Guidelines aimed at governing social forces, distinct from laws but guiding government action.

Policy that prioritizes national sovereignty and interests in international relations.

The authority of a state to govern itself without external interference.

Preservation of a nation's borders and prevention of external intrusion.

Recognition of the family's importance and protection of parental rights.

The state protects both the life of the mother and unborn from conception.

The role of parents in raising children for responsible citizenship and morality.

Law must be self-contained and implementable in itself.

Law must establish a clear standard for delegates to follow.

Legislative power can only be delegated when tasks cannot be performed by the legislature.

Legislative delegation is justified for highly technical matters requiring constant decisions.

Administrative regulations must align with existing laws and can't add to them.

A law must provide a clear standard for executive decisions; otherwise, it risks unconstitutionality.

Judges must follow laws that provide specific penalties, or their actions may be unconstitutional.

Lack of a fixed standard for a penalty can render a sentence unconstitutional.

Funds appropriated for specific officials' public purposes, disbursed under guidelines.

The legislative process involving both the House of Representatives and the Senate.

A law passed by Congress to allocate government funding for the fiscal year.

A law that continues in effect if a new bill is not passed by the end of the fiscal year.

Regulations outlining the format, content, and process of preparing the government budget.

Authority granted to the President during war or national emergencies to act without Congress's immediate approval.

A bill specifying the purpose of funds and supported by available resources for a designated purpose.

A provision added to a bill that is not directly related to the main topic of the bill.

Power that allows Congress to limit the duration of the President's authority until the next adjournment.

Bodies authorized by law to oversee specific governmental functions and ensure checks and balances.

A plan that indicates how a certain amount of money will be raised to support an appropriation.

The principle that legislative powers cannot be transferred to another body or entity.

The exclusive origin point for all appropriation, revenue, or tariff bills in the U.S. Congress.