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What is the short title of Republic Act No. 8491?
What is the short title of Republic Act No. 8491?
- National Symbols Act
- Code of National Anthem
- Philippine Sovereignty Act
- Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines (correct)
What does the term 'Festoon' mean in the context of the act?
What does the term 'Festoon' mean in the context of the act?
- A type of flag used in ceremonies
- An official proclamation concerning the flag
- A symbol of national pride
- A decoration hung in a curved shape (correct)
Which of the following is included under the definition of 'Military' in the act?
Which of the following is included under the definition of 'Military' in the act?
- Coast Guard
- Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (correct)
- Department of Transportation
- Civil Service Commission
What does the term 'Fly' refer to in the context of the national flag?
What does the term 'Fly' refer to in the context of the national flag?
Which of the following best describes 'Half-Mast'?
Which of the following best describes 'Half-Mast'?
What is the main goal of the Declaration of Policy in the act?
What is the main goal of the Declaration of Policy in the act?
According to the act, what does the term 'Symbol' refer to?
According to the act, what does the term 'Symbol' refer to?
Which section of Republic Act No. 8491 defines important terms?
Which section of Republic Act No. 8491 defines important terms?
When should the flag be hoisted and lowered?
When should the flag be hoisted and lowered?
What should happen to the flag during inclement weather?
What should happen to the flag during inclement weather?
Where should the flag be displayed if it is indoors on a flagpole?
Where should the flag be displayed if it is indoors on a flagpole?
What elements are included in the flag-raising ceremony at government offices and educational institutions?
What elements are included in the flag-raising ceremony at government offices and educational institutions?
How should the flag be raised and lowered?
How should the flag be raised and lowered?
In what position should the flag be hung vertically against a wall?
In what position should the flag be hung vertically against a wall?
During the flag-raising ceremony, what must people do when the first note of the anthem is heard?
During the flag-raising ceremony, what must people do when the first note of the anthem is heard?
What should be done if the Philippine flag is worn out through wear and tear?
What should be done if the Philippine flag is worn out through wear and tear?
What characteristic should the flag ceremony in official or civic gatherings have?
What characteristic should the flag ceremony in official or civic gatherings have?
How should the Philippine flag be displayed on a naval vessel when at sea?
How should the Philippine flag be displayed on a naval vessel when at sea?
In what position should the Philippine flag be displayed when flown with another national flag?
In what position should the Philippine flag be displayed when flown with another national flag?
When should the blue field of the Philippine flag be at the top?
When should the blue field of the Philippine flag be at the top?
When the Philippine flag is displayed with other flags in a parade where the other flags are not national flags, where should it be placed?
When the Philippine flag is displayed with other flags in a parade where the other flags are not national flags, where should it be placed?
What is the proper order for hoisting and lowering the Philippine flag when displayed with another national flag?
What is the proper order for hoisting and lowering the Philippine flag when displayed with another national flag?
Where should the flagpole be located if the Philippine flag is planted on the ground?
Where should the flagpole be located if the Philippine flag is planted on the ground?
What constitutes the flag's appropriate display position when flown from a flagpole?
What constitutes the flag's appropriate display position when flown from a flagpole?
Who evaluates the design, color, and craftsmanship of flag samples submitted for government use?
Who evaluates the design, color, and craftsmanship of flag samples submitted for government use?
Which institute is responsible for certifying the quality of the flag fabric colors?
Which institute is responsible for certifying the quality of the flag fabric colors?
What must be referenced during the inspection of government flag deliveries?
What must be referenced during the inspection of government flag deliveries?
What is one of the prohibited acts concerning the national flag?
What is one of the prohibited acts concerning the national flag?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for government agencies regarding the national flag?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for government agencies regarding the national flag?
Which of the following actions is considered dishonorable towards the national flag?
Which of the following actions is considered dishonorable towards the national flag?
What must all departments and agencies do concerning budget for the national flag?
What must all departments and agencies do concerning budget for the national flag?
What aspect of the flag is certified by the Institute in terms of compliance?
What aspect of the flag is certified by the Institute in terms of compliance?
Which location is NOT appropriate for displaying the national flag?
Which location is NOT appropriate for displaying the national flag?
What is required when the National Anthem is played at a public gathering?
What is required when the National Anthem is played at a public gathering?
What is NOT permitted with the national flag?
What is NOT permitted with the national flag?
Who is the composer of the musical arrangement for the National Anthem?
Who is the composer of the musical arrangement for the National Anthem?
What must people do if there is no flag displayed when the National Anthem is played?
What must people do if there is no flag displayed when the National Anthem is played?
When is it acceptable to display a foreign flag?
When is it acceptable to display a foreign flag?
What is the main requirement for the rendition of the National Anthem?
What is the main requirement for the rendition of the National Anthem?
In what context is it acceptable to use the national flag?
In what context is it acceptable to use the national flag?
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Study Notes
Republic Act No. 8491 - The Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines
- The law aims to promote respect for the Philippine flag, anthem, and other national symbols.
- It outlines the proper use and display of the national flag in various settings, both domestically and internationally.
- The flag shall be flown on merchant ships of Philippine registry of more than 1,000 gross tons and on all naval vessels.
- The flag should be flown with the blue field on top in times of peace and the red field on top in times of war.
- When displayed with another flag, the Philippine flag should be on the right or in the center of the line.
- The flag should be raised at sunrise and lowered at sunset.
- The law prohibits various acts of disrespect to the flag, including mutilation, defacement, and use as a drapery, festoon, or tablecloth.
- The law states the National Anthem is entitled "Lupang Hinirang" and should be sung in the national language within or without the country.
- The rendition of the National Anthem, whether played or sung, shall be in accordance with the musical arrangement and composition of Julian Felipe.
- The law mandates the observance of the flag-raising ceremony every Monday morning and the flag-lowering ceremony every Friday afternoon in all government offices and educational institutions.
- The law specifies guidelines for purchasing flags for government use, focusing on design, color, craftsmanship, and quality of materials.
- The Industrial Technology Development Institute (ITDI) or the Philippine Textile Research Institute (PTRI) shall evaluate the quality of material of all flag samples.
- The Commission on Audit (COA) shall inspect all deliveries of the flags requisitioned by the government.
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