Philippine Legal System Overview
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What is the supreme law of the land?

  • Constitution (correct)
  • Presidential Decree
  • Jurisprudence
  • Statutes/Legislation
  • Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?

  • Judicial Branch
  • Executive Branch
  • Legislative Branch (correct)
  • Administrative Branch
  • Which of the following is NOT a part of the hierarchy of law?

  • Constitution
  • Statutes/Legislation
  • Administrative Orders (correct)
  • Jurisprudence
  • Which government entity evaluates laws?

    <p>Judicial Branch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does jurisprudence play in the hierarchy of law?

    <p>It is a collection of judicial decisions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which branch of government is headed by the President?

    <p>Executive Branch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of statutes/legislation within the government system?

    <p>To enact laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must statutes/legislation adhere to?

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

    What is a characteristic of Natural Law?

    <p>It is based on moral principles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of Alternative Dispute Resolution?

    <p>Court litigation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of crafting laws?

    <p>To uphold the Constitution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of law governs private rights and liabilities?

    <p>Private Law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Philippine Constitution is best described as what type of law?

    <p>Positive Law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following defines Substantive Law?

    <p>Law that establishes rights and duties.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which principle does Positive Law primarily reflect?

    <p>Established rules by human authority.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following options represent methods of legal resolution outside the courtroom?

    <p>Mediation, Arbitration, and Negotiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Act' refer to in the context of Philippine legislation?

    <p>A written law formally passed by the legislative power of a state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following acts is an example of a Commonwealth Act?

    <p>Commonwealth Act No. 141</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Administrative or Executive Orders in the Philippine legal system?

    <p>To adhere to the constitution and governing statutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Upon which constitution is the Commonwealth Act established?

    <p>1935 Constitution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What innovation was introduced by Presidential Decrees?

    <p>Changes made by President Ferdinand E. Marcos during Martial Law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best defines an ordinance within the Philippine legal framework?

    <p>A local law passed by government units</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must span the regulations and rulings of Administrative orders?

    <p>The constitution and governing statutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT typically classified as statutory law in the Philippines?

    <p>Judicial interpretations of common law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What marks the beginning of the legislative process for a bill?

    <p>Proposal of a Bill</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can propose a bill in the legislative process?

    <p>A member of the House or Senate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What typically happens during the Committee Review phase?

    <p>Recommendations and amendments are made</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in the Committee Report after reviewing a bill?

    <p>Amendments or revisions to the bill</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a part of the legislative process of statutory laws?

    <p>Proposal of a Bill</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of governmental system was Batas Pambansa associated with?

    <p>Semi-presidential republic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what phase of the legislative process is a bill debated by all members of the chamber?

    <p>Plenary Debate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which form of legislation is currently in effect in the Philippines?

    <p>Republic Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program (CARP)?

    <p>To create a stable record of land ownership</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bureau is responsible for assisting agrarian reform beneficiaries?

    <p>Bureau of Agrarian Reform Legal Assistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the Bureau of Land Tenure Improvement contribute to CARP?

    <p>By enhancing land rights and ownership clarity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'ICC/IPs' refer to in the context of agrarian reform?

    <p>Indigenous Cultural Communities/Indigenous Peoples</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What essential role does the Bureau of Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries Development play?

    <p>Delivering essential support services to beneficiaries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which government agency is primarily responsible for ensuring the rights of indigenous peoples in the Philippines?

    <p>National Commission on Indigenous Peoples</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of land tenure improvement in agrarian reform?

    <p>To provide clearer land ownership records</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the role of the Bureau of Agrarian Reform Information Education?

    <p>To educate the public on land rights and reform</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • The Philippine legal system draws from both natural law and positive law concepts.
    • Natural law is derived from principles of what is morally right and wrong, while positive law is codified and enforced by the state.
    • The Philippine legal system is structured in a hierarchy, with the Philippine Constitution at the top.
    • The Constitution is the supreme law of the land and all other laws must be consistent with it.
    • Philippine laws are categorized into various types such as Acts, Commonwealth Acts, Presidential Decrees, Batas Pambansa and Republic Acts.
    • The country's legal system is comprised of three branches: the legislative, executive and judicial.
    • The legislative branch enacts laws, the executive branch implements laws and the judicial branch interprets laws.

    Legislative Process

    • The legislative process involves a series of steps from the proposal of a bill to its enactment.
    • The process starts with the proposal of a bill which can be introduced by members of Congress, the President or through citizen's initiative.
    • The bill undergoes committee review, plenary debate and voting to ensure its adherence to the Constitution and other legal requirements.
    • Once passed, the bill is sent to the President for approval and if approved, it becomes law.

    Land Tenure and Agrarian Reform

    • Agrarian reform is a crucial aspect of Philippine law.
    • It involves the redistribution of land to farmers and other agrarian beneficiaries.
    • The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) is the government agency that implements the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program (CARP).
    • CARP aims to promote social and economic well-being of the people through land tenure improvement, agrarian justice, and essential support services.
    • The DAR consists of several bureaus, including the Bureau of Agrarian Reform Legal Assistance, the Bureau of Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries Development and the Bureau of Land Tenure Improvement.

    Indigenous Peoples' Rights

    • The National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) protects the rights of indigenous people in the Philippines.
    • The NCIP is responsible for promoting the well-being and interests of indigenous peoples.
    • It operates under the mandate of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).

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    Explore the foundations of the Philippine legal system, which is influenced by both natural law and positive law. Understand the structure of laws, the role of the Constitution, and the functions of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. Delve into the legislative process from bill proposal to enactment.

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