Understanding Citizenship in the Philippines
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What does Section 1 of the Philippine Constitution define as citizens of The Philippines?

  • Those whose fathers or mothers are citizens of the Philippines
  • Those born before January 17, 1973, of Filipino mothers, who elect Philippine Citizenship upon reaching the age of majority
  • Those who are naturalized in accordance with law
  • Only those who are citizens of the Philippines at the time of the adoption of the Constitution (correct)
  • Who is eligible for Philippine Citizenship according to the Constitution?

  • Only those born in the Philippines
  • Those born before January 17, 1973, of Filipino mothers, who elect Philippine Citizenship upon reaching the age of majority (correct)
  • Those born abroad with Filipino fathers
  • Those who do not have any foreign citizenship
  • What is one of the duties and obligations of Filipino Citizens according to the text?

  • To disrespect customs, traditions, language, and institutions
  • To be disloyal to the Republic
  • To defend the State regardless of creed, religious beliefs, and wisdom (correct)
  • To prioritize personal interests over the country
  • What is a prime duty of Filipino Citizens with regard to the State?

    <p>To love and defend the State at all costs regardless of creed, religious beliefs, and wisdom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for someone to be considered a citizen of The Philippines according to the Constitution?

    <p>Having a Filipino parent or being naturalized in accordance with law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Citizenship in the Philippines

    • Section 1 of the Philippine Constitution defines citizens of the Philippines as those who are citizens of the Philippines at the time of the adoption of the Constitution, and those who are born after the adoption of the Constitution of Filipino parents.

    Eligibility for Philippine Citizenship

    • One is eligible for Philippine Citizenship if they are born to parents who are citizens of the Philippines, or if they are naturalized in accordance with law.

    Duties and Obligations of Filipino Citizens

    • One of the duties and obligations of Filipino Citizens is to renounce their allegiance to any foreign state, and to swear allegiance to the Republic of the Philippines.

    Prime Duty of Filipino Citizens

    • A prime duty of Filipino Citizens with regard to the State is to defend the State and contribute to its development and welfare.

    Requirements for Citizenship

    • To be considered a citizen of the Philippines, one must be born to parents who are citizens of the Philippines, or be naturalized in accordance with law, and take an oath of allegiance to the Republic of the Philippines.

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    This module covers the concept of citizenship in the Philippines, including who qualifies as a citizen, their duties and obligations, and the values important to the Filipino people. It also delves into the preamble of the 1989 Philippine Constitution.

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