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Who was the leader of the first government during the Philippine Revolutionary era?
Who was the leader of the first government during the Philippine Revolutionary era?
What is the primary responsibility of the Legislative Branch in the Philippine government?
What is the primary responsibility of the Legislative Branch in the Philippine government?
What event is associated with the declaration of martial law by Ferdinand E. Marcos Sr.?
What event is associated with the declaration of martial law by Ferdinand E. Marcos Sr.?
What title was held by the leader of the Gobernadorcillo during the Spanish colonial period?
What title was held by the leader of the Gobernadorcillo during the Spanish colonial period?
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What defines the bicameral system in the Philippine Legislative Branch?
What defines the bicameral system in the Philippine Legislative Branch?
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Which position in the executive branch directly supports the President?
Which position in the executive branch directly supports the President?
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What is a requirement for being elected as a senator in the Philippines?
What is a requirement for being elected as a senator in the Philippines?
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What date is celebrated as the declaration of Philippine independence?
What date is celebrated as the declaration of Philippine independence?
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The secret society that ignited the glorious revolution was called ______.
The secret society that ignited the glorious revolution was called ______.
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The leader of the town during the Spanish colonial period was known as the ______.
The leader of the town during the Spanish colonial period was known as the ______.
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Emilio Aguinaldo declared the independence of the Philippines on ______.
Emilio Aguinaldo declared the independence of the Philippines on ______.
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The ______ branch of the government is responsible for carrying out and enforcing laws.
The ______ branch of the government is responsible for carrying out and enforcing laws.
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The President of the Philippines serves as the head of state and is also the ______ of the armed forces.
The President of the Philippines serves as the head of state and is also the ______ of the armed forces.
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The upper house of the Philippine legislature is called the ______.
The upper house of the Philippine legislature is called the ______.
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The EDSA Revolution, a pivotal event in Philippine history, occurred in ______.
The EDSA Revolution, a pivotal event in Philippine history, occurred in ______.
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To be elected as a representative, one must be at least ______ years old.
To be elected as a representative, one must be at least ______ years old.
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Study Notes
Spanish Era
- Gobernadorcillo: Town leader during Spanish colonial period.
- Gobernador: Overseer of the Gobernadorcillo.
- Governor General: Main authority figure next to the president, overseeing government branches.
Philippine Revolutionary Era
- Katipunan: Secret society that sparked the revolution against colonial rule.
- Andres Bonifacio: Founder and organizer of the Katipunan.
- Emilio Aguinaldo: Led the first Philippine government; declared independence on June 12, 1898, and first martial law.
American and Japanese Era
- President Jose P. Laurel: Proclaimed true Philippine independence on August 17, 1945.
- President Ferdinand E. Marcos Sr.: Declared martial law on September 21, 1972.
- Post-Dictatorship Government: Transition marked by the EDSA Revolution/People Power in February 1986.
Government Structure
- Presidential and Senatorial Terms: 6 years.
- House of Representatives Term: 3 years.
Branches of Government
- Executive: Led by the President.
- Legislative: Bicameral Congress, comprising the Upper House (Senate) and Lower House (House of Representatives).
- Judiciary: Supreme Court and lower courts.
Legislative Branch
- Responsible for creating, altering, and repealing laws.
- Holds the power to declare war.
- Bicameral system:
- Upper House (Senate): 24 senators, led by the Senate President, serving 6 years.
- Lower House (House of Representatives): Up to 250 members, primarily serving 3 years.
Executive Branch
- Implements and enforces laws.
- Comprises the President, Vice President, and Cabinet members.
- President: Head of state, national government leader, and Commander-in-Chief of armed forces.
- Vice President: Assists the President and leads in their absence.
- Cabinet: Advisors to the President, including heads of executive departments; headed by the Cabinet Secretary.
Judiciary Branch
- Resolves legal controversies and ensures protection of rights.
- Evaluates jurisdictional abuses.
- Composed of the Supreme Court and lower courts.
- Supreme Court: Highest judicial authority, presided over by the Chief Justice and comprising 15 justices; holds administrative control over all courts.
Additional Details
- Eligibility for Senators: Natural-born Filipino citizens, at least 35 years old.
- Eligibility for Representatives: Natural-born Filipino citizens, at least 25 years old.
Spanish Era
- Gobernadorcillo: Served as the town leader during the Spanish colonial period, acted as a local governor.
- Gobernador: Leader overseeing the Gobernadorcillo, responsible for local governance.
- Governor General: The highest authority in the Philippines during Spanish rule, closely related to the president and overseer of government branches.
Philippine Revolutionary Era
- Katipunan: Secret society that spearheaded the revolution against Spanish rule.
- Andres Bonifacio: Founder and organizer of the Katipunan, often referred to as the Father of the Philippines Revolution.
- Emilio Aguinaldo: First president of the Philippine government, declared independence from Spain on June 12, 1898, and instituted the first martial law.
American and Japanese Colonization
- President Jose P. Laurel: Declared the Philippines' real independence on August 17, 1945.
- President Ferdinand E. Marcos Sr.: Announced martial law on September 21, 1972, marking a significant authoritarian rule.
Post-Dictatorship Government
- EDSA Revolution (February 1986): Nonviolent uprising that led to the end of Marcos' dictatorship, known as the People Power Revolution.
Government Structure
- Presidential and Senatorial Terms: President and senators serve for 6 years; representatives serve for 3 years.
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Branches of Government:
- Executive: Led by the president, responsible for enforcing laws.
- Legislative: Two-chamber congress tasked with making, altering, and repealing laws, including declaring war.
- Judiciary: Comprised of the Supreme Court and lower courts, responsible for interpreting laws and ensuring they align with the constitution.
Legislative Branch Details
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Bicameral System: Divided into:
- Upper House (Senate): Composed of 24 senators, led by the Senate President, serving 6-year terms.
- Lower House (House of Representatives): Not exceeding 250 members, with representatives serving for 3 years.
- Eligibility: Senators must be natural-born Filipino citizens and at least 35 years old; representatives must be natural-born citizens and at least 25 years old.
Executive Branch Responsibilities
- President: Functions as the head of state, leader of the national government, and Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces.
- Vice President: Assists the president and fills in as necessary.
- Cabinet Members: Senior ministers responsible for policy implementation, also include the vice president and heads of executive departments, led by the Cabinet Secretary.
Judiciary Branch Functions
- Supreme Court of the Philippines: The highest court, presided over by the Chief Justice and composed of 15 justices, has ultimate authority over all court matters.
- Roles: Settles legal controversies, interprets laws, and reviews constitutionality of laws, ensuring protection of legally demandable rights.
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Test your knowledge on the various eras of Philippine history, from the Spanish colonial period to the modern government structure. Explore key figures, important events, and changes in governance throughout the Philippines' past. Ideal for students seeking to understand the evolution of Philippine leadership and independence.
