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The President of the Philippines is ineligible for re-election.
The President of the Philippines is ineligible for re-election.
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What are the requirements to be eligible for the position of President of the Philippines? (Select all that apply)
What are the requirements to be eligible for the position of President of the Philippines? (Select all that apply)
A pardon obliterates the fact that a crime was committed.
A pardon obliterates the fact that a crime was committed.
False
What is the difference between pardon and amnesty?
What is the difference between pardon and amnesty?
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Martial law can be declared by the President when public safety is threatened by an earthquake.
Martial law can be declared by the President when public safety is threatened by an earthquake.
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What can lift a declaration of Martial Law?
What can lift a declaration of Martial Law?
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If the Vice President succeeds the President and serves for more than four years, they are eligible to run for President during the next election.
If the Vice President succeeds the President and serves for more than four years, they are eligible to run for President during the next election.
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The Legislative power is vested solely in Congress.
The Legislative power is vested solely in Congress.
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The President is able to enact laws.
The President is able to enact laws.
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What event occurs during the third reading of a bill?
What event occurs during the third reading of a bill?
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A bill becomes law if the President fails to communicate his veto after 30 days.
A bill becomes law if the President fails to communicate his veto after 30 days.
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Which of the following is NOT a purpose of the principle of separation of powers?
Which of the following is NOT a purpose of the principle of separation of powers?
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The President is able to grant executive clemency, which includes a pardon.
The President is able to grant executive clemency, which includes a pardon.
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The President has the power to amend laws.
The President has the power to amend laws.
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What are the age requirements to run for Senator and Member of the House of Representatives?
What are the age requirements to run for Senator and Member of the House of Representatives?
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A bill can not become law unless it has gone through three readings in separate days.
A bill can not become law unless it has gone through three readings in separate days.
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The first reading of a bill includes a reading of the title, number, name of the proponent, and referral to a committee.
The first reading of a bill includes a reading of the title, number, name of the proponent, and referral to a committee.
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A bill can only become a law if it can overcome a Presidential veto by two-thirds of the vote in the Senate and House of Representatives.
A bill can only become a law if it can overcome a Presidential veto by two-thirds of the vote in the Senate and House of Representatives.
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The Philippine judiciary requires only the common requirement of citizenship for a person to be elected or appointed in either the judiciary, executive, or legislative branches.
The Philippine judiciary requires only the common requirement of citizenship for a person to be elected or appointed in either the judiciary, executive, or legislative branches.
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The Supreme Court handles all violations of anti-graft, and corrupt practices acts.
The Supreme Court handles all violations of anti-graft, and corrupt practices acts.
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A person being appointed in the Supreme Court must have qualifications of competence, integrity, probity, and independence.
A person being appointed in the Supreme Court must have qualifications of competence, integrity, probity, and independence.
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The Judiciary cannot perform judicial review of any laws.
The Judiciary cannot perform judicial review of any laws.
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What are the requirements to be eligible for an appointment in the Supreme Court?
What are the requirements to be eligible for an appointment in the Supreme Court?
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Decentralization in government is a transfer of authority and resources down from the central government to the local government.
Decentralization in government is a transfer of authority and resources down from the central government to the local government.
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The lowest level in a local government is the Barangay level.
The lowest level in a local government is the Barangay level.
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Baragay officials have a five-year term.
Baragay officials have a five-year term.
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Local governments have the dual function of providing services to their citizens and implementing national welfare policies.
Local governments have the dual function of providing services to their citizens and implementing national welfare policies.
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Local governments enjoy fiscal autonomy in the Philippines.
Local governments enjoy fiscal autonomy in the Philippines.
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What are the advantages of a bicameral system in the Philippines?
What are the advantages of a bicameral system in the Philippines?
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The President has the power to ensure that all laws are faithfully executed.
The President has the power to ensure that all laws are faithfully executed.
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If there is a vacancy in the office of the Vice President during their term, the President can appoint someone from outside of the members of the Senate and House of Representatives.
If there is a vacancy in the office of the Vice President during their term, the President can appoint someone from outside of the members of the Senate and House of Representatives.
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The Vice-President of the Philippines is required to be able to read and write.
The Vice-President of the Philippines is required to be able to read and write.
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The requirements for President and Vice-President include: natural born citizen, 40 years old, registered voter, resident of the Philippines for at least 10 years, and the ability to read and write.
The requirements for President and Vice-President include: natural born citizen, 40 years old, registered voter, resident of the Philippines for at least 10 years, and the ability to read and write.
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The Vice-President must be at least 40 years old.
The Vice-President must be at least 40 years old.
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The Vice-President must be educated enough to understand laws.
The Vice-President must be educated enough to understand laws.
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Qualifying to be a Justice of the Supreme Court requires which of the following? (Select all that apply)
Qualifying to be a Justice of the Supreme Court requires which of the following? (Select all that apply)
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The term of office for Senators in the Philippines is six years.
The term of office for Senators in the Philippines is six years.
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Senators can serve for more than two consecutive terms.
Senators can serve for more than two consecutive terms.
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Representatives serve for three-year terms.
Representatives serve for three-year terms.
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The Representative with the highest number of terms served is the one who holds the highest influence in the House.
The Representative with the highest number of terms served is the one who holds the highest influence in the House.
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The COMELEC is responsible for the supervision of elections in the Philippines.
The COMELEC is responsible for the supervision of elections in the Philippines.
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Which of the following are criteria for the creation or dissolution of a local government unit? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following are criteria for the creation or dissolution of a local government unit? (Select all that apply)
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Local government officials are elected to serve for a three-year term.
Local government officials are elected to serve for a three-year term.
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The President has authority over local government units.
The President has authority over local government units.
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Study Notes
Presidential Powers and Limitations
- President is ineligible for reelection after one term
- President serves a 6-year term
- President is elected by direct vote of the people
- Pardons can be granted conditionally or absolutely, even after conviction
- Amnesty removes a committed crime as if it never happened
- Amnesty can be granted before or after conviction
- Martial law and suspension of habeas corpus can be declared by the President in cases of invasion or rebellion
- Martial law can be lifted by revocation from Congress, lapse of 60 days, or withdrawn by the President
- If a Vice President succeeds a President serving less than four years, they are eligible to run for election
- If a Vice President succeeds a President serving more than four years, they are not eligible to run for election
Legislative Power
- Legislative power is vested in Congress
- People can propose or enact laws through initiative
- People can approve or reject laws through referendum
- The 3rd reading of a bill includes the bill number, title, sponsor, and content, followed by voting
- A bill becomes a law with Presidential approval or if rejected through veto override of 2/3 votes from both branches of Congress
Separation of Powers
- Separation of powers is to prevent abuse of power
- Implementing, enforcing, and executing laws are considered executive powers
Judicial Power
- Judicial power involves hearing and deciding cases
- Judicial review is a power of courts to review laws
- Qualifications to serve in the judiciary includes age, experience, and independence
- Decentralization of government involves transfer of authority and resources to local levels
- Local governments include a dual function of providing local services and national policies
Legislative Branch
- Composition of Houses: Senators and Representatives
- Qualifications for office: Age, residency, citizenship, education
- Senate term: 6 years, serving not more than 2 terms
- House of Representatives term: 3 years, serving not more than 3 terms
- COMELEC: oversees elections
- Local government units criteria: Population, income, and land area
- Term of office for local officials: 3 years but no more than 3 terms
Executive Power
- The President's administrative power includes control over executive departments
- The President shall ensure all laws are faithfully executed
- Vacancy in the Vice President's office is filled by Presidential nomination from amongst members of Congress
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This quiz covers the critical aspects of presidential powers and limitations, including the election process, term lengths, and the ability to grant pardons and amnesty. Additionally, it explores the legislative powers vested in Congress and the role of public initiatives and referendums in lawmaking. Test your understanding of these essential components of governance.
