Philippine Presidency: Office and Duties

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Who has the power to ratify or reject the President's appointment choices?

The Legislative

The Commission on Appointment (correct)

The Public

The Judiciary

What is the main reason why a President cannot hold any other office or employment during their tenure?

To maintain public concern

To ensure national security

To prevent conflict of interest (correct)

To uphold the Constitution

What is the nature of appointments in the Executive Department?

An executive prerogative (correct)

A legislative function

A judicial duty

A public concern

Why is the President prohibited from appointing relatives to certain positions?

To prevent nepotism Signup and view all the answers

What is a key principle that governs the conduct of the President and other high-ranking officials?

Avoidance of conflict of interest Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the Legislative and Executive branches in terms of appointments?

The Legislative creates the office, the Executive designates the person Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the President of the Philippines?

To preserve and defend the Constitution Signup and view all the answers

What is the term limit for the President of the Philippines?

6 years with no re-election Signup and view all the answers

What is the limitation on the Vice-President's term?

The Vice-President can serve for a maximum of 2 consecutive terms Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the Vice-President succeeds and serves as President for more than 4 years?

The Vice-President is disqualified from running for President again Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason for not allowing the President to be re-elected?

To prevent political pressure and establish a political dynasty Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the period during which the incumbent holds the office?

Actual incumbency Signup and view all the answers

How is the President elected in case of a tie?

By a vote of a majority of all the members of Congress in session assembled Signup and view all the answers

What is the term of office of the President and Vice-President?

6 years with a maximum of 1 term Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Vice-President in the Cabinet?

They can be appointed by the President as a member of the Cabinet without need of confirmation Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of impeachment for the President or Vice-President?

They are removed from office and cannot run for public office again Signup and view all the answers

When does the term of office of the President and Vice-President begin and end?

It begins on the 30th day of June following the day of the election and shall end at noon of the same date 6 years later Signup and view all the answers

What is the term 'term of office' referring to?

The period, duration, or length of time during which an officer may claim to hold the office as of right Signup and view all the answers

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