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Philippine Constitutional Law
Philippine Constitutional Law
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1
Question
What are the two primary objectives mentioned in the Preamble for establishing the government?
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The government is established to build a just and humane society and to embody the ideals and aspirations of the Filipino people.
2
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What does the national territory of the Philippines comprise according to Article I?
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The national territory comprises the Philippine archipelago with all islands and waters, and all other territories over which the Philippines has sovereignty or jurisdiction.
3
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What type of state is the Philippines as defined in Article II, Section 1?
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The Philippines is a democratic and republican state where sovereignty resides in the people.
4
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What is the Philippine policy regarding war as an instrument of national policy?
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The Philippines renounces war as an instrument of national policy and adopts generally accepted principles of international law.
5
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How is the relationship between civilian and military authority defined?
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Civilian authority is at all times supreme over the military, and the Armed Forces protect the people and the State.
6
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What is the prime duty of the Government according to Section 4?
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The prime duty of the Government is to serve and protect the people.
7
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What policy does the State adopt regarding the separation of Church and State?
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The separation of Church and State shall be inviolable.
8
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What are the paramount considerations in the State's relations with other states?
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The paramount considerations shall be national sovereignty, territorial integrity, national interest, and the right to self-determination.
9
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What is the Philippine policy regarding nuclear weapons within its territory?
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The Philippines adopts and pursues a policy of freedom from nuclear weapons in its territory.
10
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How does the State protect the life of the unborn under Section 12?
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The State shall equally protect the life of the mother and the life of the unborn from conception.
11
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What is the State's duty regarding women in nation-building?
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The State recognizes the role of women in nation-building and ensures fundamental equality before the law of women and men.
12
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What priority is given to the education and science sectors under Section 17?
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The State shall give priority to education, science and technology, arts, culture, and sports.
13
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How is labor defined as a social economic force in Section 18?
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The State affirms labor as a primary social economic force and shall protect the rights of workers.
14
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What are the requirements for a search warrant or warrant of arrest?
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No warrant shall issue except upon probable cause determined personally by a judge after examination under oath.
15
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What happens to evidence obtained in violation of the right against unreasonable searches?
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Any evidence obtained in violation of Section 2 or Section 3 shall be inadmissible for any purpose in any proceeding.
16
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What does Section 4 state regarding freedom of expression?
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No law shall be passed abridging the freedom of speech, of expression, or of the press.
17
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What are the religious protections provided in Section 5?
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No law shall be made respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting the free exercise thereof.
18
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Under what conditions can the liberty of abode and travel be impaired?
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Liberty of abode is impaired only by lawful court order; the right to travel is impaired for national security, public safety, or public health.
19
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What is required for the taking of private property for public use?
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Private property shall not be taken for public use without just compensation.
20
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What rights does a person under investigation for an offense have according to Section 12?
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The person has the right to remain silent, to have competent and independent counsel, and to be informed of these rights.
21
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What are the exceptions to the right to bail before conviction?
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All persons are bailable except those charged with offenses punishable by reclusion perpetua when evidence of guilt is strong.
22
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When can the privilege of the writ of habeas corpus be suspended?
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It shall not be suspended except in cases of invasion or rebellion when the public safety requires it.
23
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What is the prohibition regarding involuntary servitude under Section 18?
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No involuntary servitude in any form shall exist except as a punishment for a crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted.
24
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What is the Constitutional policy regarding the death penalty?
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The death penalty shall not be imposed unless Congress provides for it for compelling reasons involving heinous crimes.
25
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What constitutes double jeopardy under Section 21?
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No person shall be twice put in jeopardy of punishment for the same offense.
26
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What types of retroactive laws are prohibited by Section 22?
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No ex post facto law or bill of attainder shall be enacted.
27
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Who are considered citizens of the Philippines under Article IV, Section 1?
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Citizens include those at the time of adoption, those with Filipino parents, those born before 1973 to Filipino mothers who elect citizenship, and naturalized individuals.
28
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What are the age and residency requirements for the exercise of suffrage?
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Citizens must be at least eighteen years of age and have resided in the Philippines for at least one year and their voting place for six months.
29
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Where is legislative power vested in the Philippines?
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Legislative power is vested in the Congress of the Philippines, consisting of a Senate and a House of Representatives.
30
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What are the qualifications for a member of the Senate?
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A Senator must be a natural-born citizen, at least thirty-five years old, able to read and write, a registered voter, and a resident for at least two years.