Philippine Local Government Quiz
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Who will conduct the plebiscite?

  • The Commission on Elections (Comelec) (correct)
  • The President
  • The congressional representatives
  • The provincial government

    • What happens to the current representatives of original districts after the creation of new legislative districts?

  • They will continue to represent until new representatives are elected. (correct)
  • They will lose their positions entirely.
  • They will only serve for one year after the plebiscite.
  • They will be replaced immediately.

    • What will happen if there are vacancies due to expiring terms after the plebiscite?

  • The President will appoint officials to fill these positions. (correct)
  • Local officials will be elected immediately.
  • Only the Governor can fill these vacancies.
  • The positions will remain vacant until the next election.

    • When will elected officials of the sub-provinces cease their term after conversion?

    <p>On June 30, 1992.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if no governor has been appointed after the conversion?

    <p>The President will appoint a governor and other officials.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How will career service employees in the sub-provinces be affected by the conversion?

    <p>They will continue in their positions according to civil service laws.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a mandatory official each province must have?

    <p>Chief Financial Officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role is responsible for the province's health services?

    <p>Provincial Health Officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the powers of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan?

    <p>Establish additional offices as necessary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the authority to appoint the Provincial Population Officer?

    <p>The Provincial Governor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for the appointment of department heads in the provincial government?

    <p>Concurrence of the majority of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one responsibility of the provincial governor as the chief executive?

    <p>Exercise powers as outlined by local laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following roles is NOT appointed by the governor according to the content provided?

    <p>Chairperson of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action can the Sangguniang Panlalawigan take to improve efficiency?

    <p>Merge the functions of any office with another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a role that the governor typically fulfills?

    <p>Leader of the provincial legislative body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the responsibilities of the provincial governor regarding program oversight?

    <p>Oversee all programs, projects, services, and activities of the provincial government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the Sangguniang Panlalawigan maintain existing offices?

    <p>By continuing operations not mentioned in relevant subsections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who does the provincial governor report to when determining provincial policies?

    <p>The Sangguniang Panlalawigan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the provincial governor do at the start of each regular session?

    <p>Propose policies and projects to the Sangguniang Panlalawigan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which body assists the provincial governor in creating the provincial development plan?

    <p>Provincial development council</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What financial responsibility does the provincial governor hold?

    <p>Prepare and submit executive and supplemental budgets for approval</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which scenario can the provincial governor initiate legislative measures?

    <p>At any time to propose new laws to the Sangguniang Panlalawigan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the provincial governor play regarding the appointments of officials?

    <p>Appoints officials and employees paid from provincial funds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action should the provincial governor take against officials who fail to perform their duties legally?

    <p>Institute administrative or judicial proceedings against them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of property management in the province?

    <p>Safeguarding and properly utilizing provincial funds and properties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a responsibility related to public safety?

    <p>Establishing a provincial police force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What measure is proposed to aid in public safety regarding water supply?

    <p>Establishing and maintaining a waterworks system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What specific measures are to be adopted to control drug addiction in the province?

    <p>Eradicating drug addiction in provincial jails and youth detention centers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group serves as a member of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan?

    <p>The president of the provincial chapter of the Liga ng mga Barangay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions relates to preventing and controlling the proliferation of squatters?

    <p>Adopting measures to manage squatter communities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of legislative composition is highlighted for the Sangguniang Panlalawigan?

    <p>It includes sectoral representatives alongside regular members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary objectives related to the construction of roads and highways?

    <p>Adhering to standards set by the Department of Public Works and Highways</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total number of sectoral representatives elected for the Sangguniang Panlalawigan?

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

    Which province has the largest land area in the Philippines?

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

    Who is responsible for implementing provincial policies in the executive branch?

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

    Which of the following provinces is listed as the poorest in the Philippines?

    <p>Zamboanga del Norte</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many regular members are elected for the Sangguniang Panlalawigan?

    <p>Depends on the income class of the province</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which province has the highest population among the listed populous provinces?

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

    What is the minimum requirement for determining the representative from industrial workers?

    <p>Determined by the concerned sanggunian</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which branch of the provincial government is responsible for creating laws and policies?

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

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