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What is a primary function of the national government?
What is a primary function of the national government?
- To organize neighborhood watch groups
- To regulate international trade only
- To manage local festivals
- To ensure the welfare of the constituents (correct)
Which branch includes the President and Vice President?
Which branch includes the President and Vice President?
- Judicial Branch
- Executive Branch (correct)
- Barangay Council
- Legislative Branch
Who is the current President of the Philippines, as indicated in the material?
Who is the current President of the Philippines, as indicated in the material?
- Ferdinand "Bongbong" R. Marcos (correct)
- Joseph Estrada
- Rodrigo Duterte
- Gloria Macapagal Arroyo
What role does the President have regarding the military?
What role does the President have regarding the military?
How long is the President's term of office?
How long is the President's term of office?
Who is the current Vice President of the Philippines?
Who is the current Vice President of the Philippines?
What is one duty of the Vice President?
What is one duty of the Vice President?
How long is the term of office for the Vice President?
How long is the term of office for the Vice President?
Which of these is a qualification to run for President in the Philippines?
Which of these is a qualification to run for President in the Philippines?
How long must a candidate have resided in the Philippines before election day to qualify for President?
How long must a candidate have resided in the Philippines before election day to qualify for President?
What is the minimum age to be qualified as president?
What is the minimum age to be qualified as president?
What is the Senate also known as?
What is the Senate also known as?
How many senators compose the Senate?
How many senators compose the Senate?
Who leads the Senate?
Who leads the Senate?
Who is the current Senate President of the Philippines?
Who is the current Senate President of the Philippines?
What is the minimum age to be a senator?
What is the minimum age to be a senator?
How long must a senate candidate be a resident of the Philippines before election day?
How long must a senate candidate be a resident of the Philippines before election day?
What is the House of Representatives also known as?
What is the House of Representatives also known as?
Approximately how many members compose the House of Representatives?
Approximately how many members compose the House of Representatives?
Who leads the House of Representatives?
Who leads the House of Representatives?
Who is the current House Speaker?
Who is the current House Speaker?
What is the minimum age to be a member of the House of Representatives?
What is the minimum age to be a member of the House of Representatives?
What is one main function of the Upper and Lower House?
What is one main function of the Upper and Lower House?
What does 'local government' primarily refer to?
What does 'local government' primarily refer to?
Which of the following is considered a local government unit in the Philippines?
Which of the following is considered a local government unit in the Philippines?
Who is the chief executive of a province?
Who is the chief executive of a province?
What does the Vice Governor do if the Governor's position is vacant?
What does the Vice Governor do if the Governor's position is vacant?
What are provinces comprised of?
What are provinces comprised of?
How do municipalities compare to cities?
How do municipalities compare to cities?
Who manages the projects, services, and activities in a municipality?
Who manages the projects, services, and activities in a municipality?
What is the role of the Vice Mayor?
What is the role of the Vice Mayor?
What is the smallest political unit in the Philippines?
What is the smallest political unit in the Philippines?
What is the responsibility of the Barangay Captain?
What is the responsibility of the Barangay Captain?
Who acts as lawmakers in the barangay?
Who acts as lawmakers in the barangay?
What is one of the responsibilities of the Barangay Councilors?
What is one of the responsibilities of the Barangay Councilors?
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National Government
National Government
An institution that rules a country, ensures the welfare of constituents, and oversees the development of its citizens.
The President
The President
The highest official of the Philippine government, controls all officials in the executive branch, and serves as the Commander-in-Chief of the military.
The Vice President
The Vice President
Alternates in governing and takes the place of the president if the president can no longer fulfill the duty.
Presidential Qualifications
Presidential Qualifications
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The Senate
The Senate
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Senate Qualifications
Senate Qualifications
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House of Representatives
House of Representatives
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House Qualifications
House Qualifications
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Upper and Lower House Functions
Upper and Lower House Functions
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Local Government
Local Government
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Provinces
Provinces
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Governor
Governor
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Vice Governor
Vice Governor
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Municipalities
Municipalities
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Cities
Cities
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Mayor
Mayor
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Vice Mayor
Vice Mayor
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Barangays
Barangays
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Barangay Captain
Barangay Captain
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Barangay Councilors
Barangay Councilors
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Study Notes
Philippine National and Local Government
National Government
- An institution that governs a country
- Established and maintained to secure the welfare of the people
- Takes care of the physical, economic, social and cultural development of its citizens
The National Government Positions
- Executive Branch includes the President, Vice President, and Cabinet Members
- Legislative Branch includes Senators and House of Representatives
- Judicial Branch includes the Chief Justice and 14 Justices
The President
- The highest official of the Philippine Government
- Ferdinand "Bongbong" R. Marcos is the current President of the Philippines
- Has control of all officials and employees under the executive branch
- Serves as the Commander-in-Chief, controlling all members of the military
- Terms of office are limited to 6 years with no re-election
The Vice President
- Sara Duterte-Carpio is the current Vice President of the Philippines
- Alternates with the president in governing the country
- Takes over if the president is unable to perform duties
- Terms of office are 6 years and can be elected again for a second term
Qualifications for President and Vice President
- Must be a natural-born citizen of the Philippines
- Must be a registered voter
- Must be able to read and write
- Must have resided in the Philippines for at least 10 years before election day
- Must be 40 years old or older on election day
The Senate
- Known as the "Upper House"
- Consists of 24 senators elected by registered voters nationwide
- Francis "Chiz" Escudero leads the Senate as the Senate President
Qualifications Senate (Upper House)
- Natural-born citizen of the Philippines
- Registered Voter
- Must be 35 years old or above at the time of election
- Must be able to read and write
- Must have resided in the Philippines for at least 1 year immediately before election day
House of Representatives
- Also referred to as the "Lower House"
- Composed of 250 members, unless otherwise fixed by law
- Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez leads the house of representatives as the Speaker of the House
Qualifications for the House of Representatives (Lower House)
- Natural-born citizen of the Philippines
- A registered voter in the district to be represented
- Must be at least 25 years old on election day
- Must be able to read and write
- Must have resided in the Philippines for at least 1 year immediately before election day
Upper and Lower House functions
- Makes, repeals, or modifies laws for the welfare of the citizens
Local Government
- Manages the elected officials across various levels
- Includes provinces, cities, municipalities, and barangays
Local Government Structure
- Province is headed by a Governor and Vice Governor
- City is headed by a City Mayor
- Municipality is headed by a Municipal Mayor
- Barangay is headed by a Barangay Captain and Barangay Councilors
Provinces
- The largest local government unit comprised of cities and municipalities
Governor
- The highest-ranking official in the province and its chief executive
- Gwendolyn Garcia is a Governor
- In control of province-wide programs, projects, services, and activities
Vice Governor
- Second-highest ranking official in the province
- Hilario Davide III is a Vice Governor
- Replaces the governor if the position becomes vacant
Cities
- More progressive areas with larger populations
- Generally have a high standard of living
Municipalities
- Have smaller populations compared to cities
- Has a small amount of territory
Mayor
- The highest-ranking official and chief executive in the city or municipality
- Implements laws and ordinances
- Manages projects, services, and activities
Vice Mayor
- The next highest-official in the city or municipality
- Acts as a substitute for the mayor if needed
Barangays
- The smallest political unit in the Philippines
- "Barangay" originates from the Malay word "balangay," meaning sea vessel
- Provides direct services to its constituents
Barangay Captain
- Highest-ranking official and chief executive in the barangay
- Maintains peace and order
- Implements laws and ordinances at the barangay level
Barangay Councilors
- Act as lawmakers in the barangay
- Maintain properties and infrastructures
- Assists the Barangay Captain in his duties and leads in peacekeeping
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