Philippines Executive Department and President Qualifications

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Which branch of government does the President of the Philippines represent?

Executive Branch

What is the term length for the President and Vice-President of the Philippines?

6 years

What is the main function of the President of the Philippines?

Head of State and Government

How are the President and Vice-President of the Philippines elected?

<p>Direct vote by the qualified voters</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following qualifications is the same for both the President and Vice President of the Philippines?

<p>Being a natural born and registered voter</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations?

<p>Establishment of strong institutions</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what age can a citizen exercise their right to appoint government officials through voting?

<p>18 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the immunity provided to the President during their tenure, as mentioned in the text?

<p>Immunity from official acts done by them or others pursuant to their specific orders during their tenure</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which body does the power of impeachment reside in the Philippines?

<p>The House of Representatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who may be subjected to impeachment according to Article XI, Section 2 of the Constitution?

<p>Justices of the Supreme Court</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long is a term for a President in the Philippines?

<p>6 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who can remove members of Congress from office?

<p>Two-thirds vote of the chamber the member is a part of</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Philippine Government

  • The President of the Philippines represents the Executive branch of government.

Presidential Term

  • The President and Vice-President of the Philippines serve a term of six years.

Presidential Functions

  • The main function of the President of the Philippines is to enforce laws.

Electoral Process

  • The President and Vice-President of the Philippines are elected by popular vote.

Qualifications

  • Both the President and Vice-President of the Philippines must be natural-born citizens of the Philippines.

Sustainable Development Goals

  • One of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals is to promote peace, justice, and strong institutions.

Voting Age

  • Citizens of the Philippines can exercise their right to vote at the age of 18.

Presidential Immunity

  • The President of the Philippines enjoys immunity from suit during their tenure.

Impeachment

  • The power of impeachment resides in the House of Representatives.
  • The following officials may be subjected to impeachment: the President, the Vice-President, the Members of the Supreme Court, and the Members of the Constitutional Commissions.

Presidential Term Limit

  • The President of the Philippines serves a term of six years.

Removal of Congress Members

  • The Supreme Court can remove members of Congress from office.

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