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What is the primary role of the legislative branch of government?
What is the primary role of the legislative branch of government?
Which position is NOT part of the executive branch in a local government?
Which position is NOT part of the executive branch in a local government?
What does the concept of accountability in a democratic government imply?
What does the concept of accountability in a democratic government imply?
Which of the following is a characteristic of officials in a democratic government?
Which of the following is a characteristic of officials in a democratic government?
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How do officials in a democratic system typically make decisions?
How do officials in a democratic system typically make decisions?
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What is one key function of the judiciary?
What is one key function of the judiciary?
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What quality should voters look for in a candidate according to the provided content?
What quality should voters look for in a candidate according to the provided content?
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What does the term 'executive' primarily refer to in the context of government structure?
What does the term 'executive' primarily refer to in the context of government structure?
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What is the purpose of a referendum?
What is the purpose of a referendum?
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How frequently are national and local elections held in the Philippines?
How frequently are national and local elections held in the Philippines?
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What is required for a person to register to vote in the Philippines?
What is required for a person to register to vote in the Philippines?
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What method allows voters to remove a public officer from office before their term ends?
What method allows voters to remove a public officer from office before their term ends?
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Where should one register for voting in the Philippines?
Where should one register for voting in the Philippines?
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When is the validation of registration for voters typically carried out?
When is the validation of registration for voters typically carried out?
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What must be captured electronically as part of the registration validation process?
What must be captured electronically as part of the registration validation process?
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When do barangay and SK elections occur?
When do barangay and SK elections occur?
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What is suffrage?
What is suffrage?
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What age must a citizen be to qualify for suffrage?
What age must a citizen be to qualify for suffrage?
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Which of the following is NOT a requirement for exercising the right of suffrage?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for exercising the right of suffrage?
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Which of these individuals is disqualified from exercising the right of suffrage?
Which of these individuals is disqualified from exercising the right of suffrage?
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What is a plebiscite?
What is a plebiscite?
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What best describes the purpose of an election?
What best describes the purpose of an election?
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Which of the following is a type of special election?
Which of the following is a type of special election?
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Which component is NOT part of regular elections?
Which component is NOT part of regular elections?
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What behavior is indicative of a candidate who governs righteously?
What behavior is indicative of a candidate who governs righteously?
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How should a leader's public image be formed?
How should a leader's public image be formed?
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What must a candidate be willing to do when making wrong decisions?
What must a candidate be willing to do when making wrong decisions?
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In what way can a candidate's effectiveness vary based on their traits?
In what way can a candidate's effectiveness vary based on their traits?
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What question reflects a candidate's attitude towards accountability?
What question reflects a candidate's attitude towards accountability?
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What is described as the most important trait of a leader?
What is described as the most important trait of a leader?
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What does a candidate's integrity require in terms of decision-making?
What does a candidate's integrity require in terms of decision-making?
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What does the heart of a candidate signify in their leadership?
What does the heart of a candidate signify in their leadership?
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What is emphasized as necessary for genuine change?
What is emphasized as necessary for genuine change?
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What should voters consider about their candidates?
What should voters consider about their candidates?
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What is said to represent the value of a vote?
What is said to represent the value of a vote?
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What potential outcomes arise from voting, as mentioned in the content?
What potential outcomes arise from voting, as mentioned in the content?
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What is suggested as a key factor in assessing a candidate's leadership?
What is suggested as a key factor in assessing a candidate's leadership?
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Study Notes
Suffrage
- The right and obligation of qualified citizens to vote in elections for national and local government officials.
- Suffrage is not absolute and is dependent on certain requirements.
- No literacy, property, or other substantive requirements can be imposed for exercising suffrage.
Requirements for Suffrage
- Citizen of the Philippines
- At least 18 years old
- Resident of the Philippines for at least one year and of the place they propose to vote for at least six months preceding the election.
Disqualifications from Suffrage
- Sentenced to imprisonment for not less than one year
- Found guilty of rebellion, sedition, violation of anti-subversion and firearms laws, or any crime against national security or involving disloyalty to the government.
- Insane or incompetent persons.
Elections
- The process by which people choose officials for specific periods.
- Officials are entrusted with the exercise of governmental powers.
Types of Elections
- Regular Elections: National, local, barangay, ARMM, and Sangguniang Kabataan.
- Special Elections: Plebiscite, referendum, initiative, recall.
Plebiscite
- A vote by the people on a proposed law or enactment.
- Example: The 2009 plebiscite to ratify the conversion of the municipality of Dasmariňas into a component city.
Referendum
- The submission of a law or part of a law passed by the national or local legislative body to the voting citizens for ratification or approval.
- Example: The 1973 Philippine Martial Law Referendum.
Initiative
- The process where people directly propose and enact laws.
Recall
- A method to remove a public official from office during their term through a vote by the people following a petition signed by a required percentage of voters.
Election Schedule
- National and local elections: Every 2nd Monday of May.
- President and Vice-President: Every 6 years.
- Senators, Congressmen, Provincial, City, and Municipal officials: Every 3 years.
- Barangay and SK officials: Every last Monday of October, every 3 years.
- ARMM elections: Every 3 years from March 1993.
Voter Registration
- The act of accomplishing and filing a sworn application for registration by a qualified voter.
- Requirements: Filipino citizen, at least 18 years old, resident of the Philippines for one year and of the city or municipality they propose to vote in for at least six months preceding the election, not otherwise disqualified by law.
- Registration is done at the COMELEC office.
- Voters need to validate their registration at the Barangay office.
- Fingerprints are captured electronically during validation at no cost to the voter.
Transfer of Registration
- Application for transfer can be made with the Election officer of the new residence.
- Six application forms need to be completed for the transfer.
The Philippines as a Democratic Republic
- The Philippines is a democratic republic where people and authority emanate from the people.
- Elections are held directly to choose officials.
- Officials serve fixed terms and are accountable to the people.
Three Branches of Government
- Executive Branch: Action-oriented, implements programs and projects, monitors programs and projects, provides basic services, performs ceremonial functions.
- Legislative Branch: Analyst, reviews and evaluates proposals, conducts research on proposed bills, consults experts, defends and analyzes proposed bills.
- Judicial Branch: Interpreter, interprets laws, applies laws, settles disputes brought to its attention, decides constitutionality of laws or rules.
Positions in the Executive Branch
- National Positions: President, Vice President.
- Local Positions: Governor, Mayor, Barangay Captain.
Positions in the Legislative Branch
- National Positions: Senator, Congressman.
- Local Positions: Board Member, Vice Governor, Vice Mayor, City/Municipal Councilors, Barangay Councilors.
Qualities to Look for in a Candidate (R.I.G.H.T.)
- Righteous Governance: Makes decisions promoting justice, righteousness, and peace for all law-abiding Filipinos.
- Integrity: Accountable to those they lead, actions match their words, willing to take responsibility for mistakes, seeks positive solutions without promoting themselves.
- Giftedness: Possesses qualifications and abilities to carry out responsibilities in the desired office, strengths, personality traits, and innate capabilities suited to the office.
- Heart: Shows compassion for God, people, and the nation, sees themselves as answerable to God, genuine desire for change.
- Track Record: Proven themselves in previous public office or professions, exhibits patterns of righteous governance, integrity, giftedness, and heart.
Value of a Vote
- Every vote represents an equal chance, regardless of wealth or status, and guarantees an opportunity to participate.
- Your vote is priceless.
Benefits of Voting
- Better services from the executive branch.
- Better policies and laws from the legislative branch.
- A brighter future for Filipinos.
Vote for a Brighter Future
- Exercise your right to vote.
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This quiz explores the fundamental principles of suffrage in the Philippines, including the rights and obligations of citizens to vote. It covers eligibility requirements, disqualifications, and the election process. Test your understanding of how suffrage operates within the context of Filipino law.
