Read the passage: 'The University of the Philippines was founded in 1908 through Act No. 1870 of the Philippine Assembly. Established as the premier institution of higher learning, its mandate has always encompassed academic excellence, intellectual freedom, and service to the Filipino nation.'\nWhat is the central purpose of this institutional charter?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. establishing a national university dedicated to academic excellence and public service
- Step 1: The passage states that UP was founded in 1908 to provide higher learning with a mandate for excellence, intellectual freedom, and service to the nation. Answer: establishing a national university dedicated to academic excellence and public service. Why not the others: The charter established higher learning, not commercial trade or exclusion.
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