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What is the current Constitution of the Philippines and when did it take effect?
The current Constitution of the Philippines has been in effect since 1987.
How many previous constitutions were there before the current one?
There were three previous constitutions.
What was the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato and when was it promulgated?
The Constitution of Biak-na-Bato was the provisionary Constitution of the Philippine Republic during the Philippine Revolution, and it was promulgated on 1 November 1897.
Who wrote the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato and in what language was it originally written?
The Constitution of Biak-na-Bato was written by Isabelo Artacho and Félix Ferrer in Spanish.
What were the three organs of government under the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?
The three organs of government were the Supreme Council, the Consejo Supremo de Gracia Y Justicia, and the Asamblea de Representantes.
What was the role of the Supreme Council under the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?
The Supreme Council was vested with the power of the Republic and was headed by the president and four department secretaries.
What was the role of the Consejo Supremo de Gracia Y Justicia under the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?
The Consejo Supremo de Gracia Y Justicia was given the authority to make decisions and affirm or disprove the sentences rendered by other courts and to dictate rules for the administration of justice.
Which constitution was borrowed from Cuba?
The Constitution of Biak-na-Bato was borrowed from Cuba.
During which revolution was the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato promulgated?
The Constitution of Biak-na-Bato was promulgated during the Philippine Revolution.
What was the role of the Asamblea de Representantes under the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?
The Asamblea de Representantes was to be convened after the revolution to create a new Constitution and to elect a new Council of Government and Representatives of the people.
Test your knowledge about the Philippine Revolution, its history, and the events that led to the country's independence from Spain. Learn about the Constitution of Biak-na-Bato and the Pact of Biak-na-Bato. Evaluate your understanding of the Philippine Republic's formation and the end of the Spanish monarchy's rule.
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