Restrictions on Outside Employment for Public Officials

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What is a key principle that public officials and employees should adhere to in relation to democracy?

Maintaining the principle of public accountability (correct)

Prioritizing loyalty to a specific party

Extravagant display of wealth

Ignoring the constitution

How soon should public officials and employees respond to letters, telegrams, or other forms of communication from the public?

Within fifteen (15) working days (correct)

Within sixty (60) working days

Within thirty (30) working days

At their own discretion

What should the annual performance report of government agencies be in terms of availability?

Open and available to the public within regular office hours (correct)

Confidential and not to be shared with anyone

Disclosed only upon request

Only accessible by the head of the agency

Which value should public officials prioritize over loyalty to persons or party according to the text?

Loyalty to country Signup and view all the answers

What type of lifestyle should public officials and employees lead according to the text?

Modest lives appropriate to their positions and income Signup and view all the answers

Within what timeframe should heads of government agencies submit annual performance reports?

Forty-five (45) working days from the end of the year Signup and view all the answers

What should a criminologist avoid in order to ensure their findings are based solely on logical and scientific deduction?

Outside influence from overzealous clients Signup and view all the answers

What is one important aspect a criminologist must not lose sight of according to the text?

Clearing the innocent with equal vigor Signup and view all the answers

What should a criminologist do to improve the professional standing of Criminology as stated in the text?

Cooperate fully with others in the profession Signup and view all the answers

What should criminologists guard against when cooperating with public officials?

Improper or illegal activity Signup and view all the answers

What should criminologists never allow to influence their professional duties as stated in the text?

Personal prejudices and jealousies Signup and view all the answers

How should criminologists interact with fellow professionals, as advised in the text?

Cooperate fully regardless of personal prejudice Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of signatories that official papers and documents must contain?

3 Signup and view all the answers

In the absence of authorized signatories, who is allowed to sign on their behalf?

The next in rank or officer in charge Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to act 'promptly and expeditiously' in providing services to the public?

Quickly and efficiently Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for making public documents accessible to the public?

Within reasonable working hours Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a prohibited act according to the text?

Having financial interests in transactions requiring office approval Signup and view all the answers

During their incumbency, what are public officials and employees prohibited from doing related to outside employment?

Holding outside employment activities Signup and view all the answers

What is prohibited for public officials regarding employment in private enterprises?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

How long do the prohibitions on engaging in the private practice of one's profession and recommending persons to positions in private enterprises last after leaving public office?

1 year Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a prohibition related to disclosure and misuse of confidential information?

Divulging classified information for public benefit Signup and view all the answers

What action related to private practice of their profession is allowed for public officials if authorized by the Constitution or law?

Engaging in practice that doesn't conflict with official functions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a prohibited action for public officials regarding recommending persons to positions in private enterprises?

Recommending a friend for a job without regard to qualifications Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions can public officials use or divulge confidential information known to them due to their office?

To further their own personal interests Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of nonfeasance or neglect of duty as per the text?

Omission of an act that should be performed. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'oppression' refer to in the context of the text?

Excessive use of authority and cruelty. Signup and view all the answers

What do Police Ethics primarily focus on?

Human morality and duty in law enforcement. Signup and view all the answers

What is Professional Conduct related to?

Upholding behavioral standards in a profession. Signup and view all the answers

What should public officials prioritize?

Upholding public interest over personal interest. Signup and view all the answers

How should public officials discharge their duties according to the text?

With the highest degree of excellence, professionalism, intelligence, and skill. Signup and view all the answers