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Essential articles of the 1987 Philippine Constitution, RA 6713 ethical standards, and environmental governance principles for civil service examinees.

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What does Article II, Section 1 of the 1987 Constitution state regarding national sovereignty?
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What does Article II, Section 1 of the 1987 Constitution state regarding national sovereignty?
The Philippines is a democratic and republican State. Sovereignty resides in the people and all government authority emanates from them.
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What are the three independent Constitutional Commissions created under Article IX of the 1987 Constitution?
The Civil Service Commission (CSC), the Commission on Elections (COMELEC), and the Commission on Audit (COA).
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What are the qualifications for President of the Philippines under Article VII, Section 2?
Natural-born citizen, registered voter, able to read and write, at least 40 years old on election day, and resident of the Philippines for at least 10 years.
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What is the term of office of the President, and what is the constitutional rule on reelection?
A single term of six years without eligibility for any reelection.
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How many Senators compose the Philippine Senate, and how are they elected?
Twenty-four (24) Senators elected at large nationwide for six-year terms, with half elected every three years.
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What is the term length and term limit for Members of the House of Representatives?
Three-year terms, with a maximum limit of three consecutive terms (total 9 years).
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What is the composition and mandatory retirement age of the Supreme Court of the Philippines?
One Chief Justice and fourteen Associate Justices (total 15 members); mandatory retirement age is seventy (70) years.
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Which chamber of Congress has exclusive authority to initiate impeachment cases, and which chamber tries them?
The House of Representatives has exclusive power to initiate impeachment; the Senate has sole power to try and decide them.
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What vote is required in the Senate to convict an impeached public official?
Two-thirds concurrence of all the Members of the Senate.
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What is the primary role of the Judicial and Bar Council (JBC)?
Screening and recommending lists of at least three nominees for appointment by the President to judicial vacancies.
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What citizenship principle does the Philippines adhere to under Article IV, Section 1?
Jus sanguinis: citizenship determined by bloodline (children of Filipino fathers or mothers at birth are natural-born citizens).
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What is the writ of habeas corpus designed to protect?
Personal liberty against illegal, arbitrary, or indefinite physical detention by inquiring into the legal cause of confinement.
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What is the writ of amparo in the Philippine legal framework?
A judicial remedy protecting the constitutional right to life, liberty, and security against extrajudicial killings and enforced disappearances.
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What is the Writ of Kalikasan?
A special legal remedy protecting the constitutional right to a balanced and healthful ecology for environmental damage affecting two or more cities or provinces.
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What is the official title of Republic Act No. 6713?
The Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees.
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What are the eight norms of conduct prescribed for public servants under RA 6713, Section 4?
Commitment to public interest, Professionalism, Justness and sincerity, Political neutrality, Responsiveness to the public, Nationalism and patriotism, Commitment to democracy, and Simple living.
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Within how many working days must a public official respond to letters or communications from the public under RA 6713?
Within fifteen (15) working days from receipt thereof.
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What is the annual deadline for submitting the Statement of Assets, Liabilities and Net Worth (SALN)?
On or before April 30 of every year, reflecting the financial condition as of the end of the preceding calendar year.
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When must an entering or retiring public official file their initial and exit SALN?
Within thirty (30) days after assumption of office, and within thirty (30) days after separation from government service.
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What is the statutory cooling-off period for practicing one's profession before the office previously headed under RA 6713?
One (1) year following separation from the agency or office.
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What is the maximum number of signatories required on official papers to prevent red tape under RA 6713?
Not more than three (3) signatories as far as practicable.
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What is the primary mandate of the Ombudsman under Article XI, Section 12?
Serving as the 'Protector of the People', acting promptly on complaints against government officials, and prosecuting graft.
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What does Republic Act No. 10121 establish in the Philippines?
The Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010, shifting focus to proactive prevention, mitigation, and resilience.
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What proportion of an LGU's regular revenue must be allocated to the Local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Fund (LDRRMF)?
Not less than five percent (5%) of estimated revenue from regular sources, with 30% dedicated to the Quick Response Fund.
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What landmark Philippine statute governs solid waste management, waste segregation, and sanitary landfills?
Republic Act No. 9003 (Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000).
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What is the precautionary principle in Philippine environmental law?
Where human activity threatens severe or irreversible environmental damage, lack of full scientific certainty cannot justify postponing cost-effective protective measures.

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