25 Questions
What was the primary attitude of the Spaniards towards the Filipinos?
Negativistic and superior
What social institution was established by the Spaniards?
A bureaucracy
What was the underlying belief of the Spaniards about the Indios?
That they were culturally and politically inferior
What was the characteristic of the Spanish colonial system in the Philippines?
Highly centralized and bureaucratic
What was the impact of the Spanish colonial system on the Filipino identity?
It created a sense of inferiority
What is the primary reason behind the success of the Philippine Administrative System?
Its ability to offer more and better service to people accountable for the use of all its influence
What is the essential characteristic of the Philippine Administrative System?
It is organized, critically aware, and has a vision of what it wants
What is the primary goal of the Philippine Administrative System's Capability Building?
To enable people to organize themselves around common needs and to work together towards common ends
What is the focus of the Philippine Administrative System in terms of social welfare?
The needs of the poor in Philippine society
What is the underlying concept of the Philippine Administrative System's Capability Building?
Building people-based structures and institutions
What type of individuals are being referred to in the given context?
Underworld figures
What is the common characteristic of the individuals mentioned in the context?
They are all operating without proper permits
What can be inferred about the individuals mentioned in the context?
They are all operating outside of the legal framework
What is the tone of the context with regards to the individuals mentioned?
Critical and disapproving
What can be inferred about the society or system in which these individuals operate?
It is corrupt and inefficient
What is the primary characteristic of the legal dimension of public administration?
A comprehensive framework of laws, rules, and regulations in every area of administration
What is the advantage of having a plethora of laws, rules, and regulations in public administration?
It provides a comprehensive framework for guidance in administration
What is the implication of having a plethora of laws, rules, and regulations in public administration?
It increases the complexity of administrative tasks
What is the primary focus of the legal dimension of public administration?
Regulatory frameworks for administration
What is the characteristic of the legal dimension of public administration that enables it to provide a comprehensive framework for guidance?
A plethora of laws, rules, and regulations in every area of administration
What is the primary principle of justness and sincerity?
Remaining impartial to all individuals
Who should be treated with extra care and consideration?
The poor and underprivileged
What is the consequence of not acting with justness and sincerity?
Discrimination and social unrest
What is the underlying principle of acting with justness and sincerity?
Respect for all individuals
What is the primary goal of acting with justness and sincerity?
To create a more just and equal society
Study Notes
Colonial Legacy
- Filipinos were viewed as culturally and politically inferior by the Spanish colonizers
- This negative perception led to the establishment of a centralized bureaucratic system
Philippine Administrative System (PAS)
- PAS is successful because it offers better service to people and is accountable for its influence
- PAS supports the cause of equality and acknowledges the needs of the poor in Philippine society
Key Qualities of PAS
- Must be organized, critically aware, and have a clear vision
- Must be people-based, enabling individuals to organize around common needs and work towards common goals
Capability Building
- Refers to building people-based structures and institutions
- Encompasses organizing around common needs and working towards common ends
Legal Dimension of PA
- Strengths:
- A plethora of laws, rules, and regulations in every area of administration
- Emphasis on justness and sincerity
- Weaknesses:
- Potential for discrimination, especially against the poor and underprivileged
- Key principles:
- Remain true to the people at all times
- Act with justness and sincerity, and do not discriminate
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