10 Questions
What is the fundamental law of the Philippines?
The 1987 Constitution
Which law enshrines all the rights of women and their roles in building the nation?
The Magna Carta of Women
What is the collaborative effort and means to establish and develop the country called?
Nation Building
What is the key element of the 1987 Constitution?
Gender Equality
Which system covers 20% of the lower house in the Philippine legislature?
The Party-List System
Gender e______ is a key element of this charter and as enshrined in article II section of the 1987 constitution, “the state recognize the role of women in nation-building and shall ensure the fundamental ______ before the law of women and men
quality
The Philippines is known for its very liberal and progressive ______ that was formulated during the euphoria of people power revolution in 1986
Constitution
The ______ Constitution – the fundamental law of the country upon which all the law are anchored or based on
1987
______ of women –the main law enshrining all the rights of women and their roles in building the nation
Magna carta
The ______ recognizes the role of women in nation-building and shall ensure the fundamental quality before the law of women and men
state
Study Notes
Philippine Constitution and Women's Rights
- The 1987 Constitution is the fundamental law of the Philippines, upon which all laws are anchored or based.
Women's Rights and Nation-Building
- The 1987 Constitution recognizes the role of women in nation-building and ensures the fundamental equality of women and men before the law.
Key Elements of the 1987 Constitution
- Gender equality is a key element of the 1987 Constitution, as enshrined in Article II, Section 14.
Legislative System
- The party-list system covers 20% of the lower house in the Philippine legislature.
Notable Laws and Charters
- The Magna Carta of Women is the main law that enshrines all the rights of women and their roles in building the nation.
Historical Context
- The 1987 Constitution was formulated during the euphoria of the People Power Revolution in 1986, and is known for its liberal and progressive provisions.
Test your knowledge about Philippine laws affecting women and their rights with this quiz. Explore the impact of these laws and rights on Filipino women and society as you identify and understand the legal framework in Lesson 16.
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