Which constitutional body is responsible for screening and recommending nominees to judicial vacancies in the Supreme Court and lower courts for presidential appointment?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. the Judicial and Bar Council (JBC)
- Step 1: It also provided for the Judicial and Bar Council, a constitutionally-created body that recommends appointees for vacancies that may arise in the composition of the Supreme Court and other lower courts. Answer: the Judicial and Bar Council (JBC). Why not the others: None of these fit: The Commission on Appointments (CA); The Senate Committee on Justice; The Integrated Bar of the Philippines National Board.
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