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• "Lapu-Lapu" in the PNP seal

  genuine attributes of leadership, courage, nationalism, self-reliance, and community defense
• green laurel with 14 leaves in the PNP seal

  It symbolizes the 14 Regional Commands and the honor of being a PNP member
• What does the sun symbolize in the PNP seal?


  It symbolizes the evolution of the PC/INP into a National Police Organization
• What does the shield in the PNP seal represent?


  It is the symbol of the Philippine Constabulary
• What do the three (3) stars in the PNP seal represent?

  Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao
• "Service, Honor and Justice" in the PNP seal

  It represents ideals for PNP officers to ensure efficiency and integrity
• What does the Philippine Monkey Eating Eagle symbolize in the PNP badge?


  Swiftness, ferocity, power, courage, and immortality
• What does the PNP shield in the badge symbolize?


  Protection of all citizens
• What do the eight sun rays in the PNP badge represent?


  The eight provinces that revolted against Spain
• What does "Lapu-Lapu" symbolize in the PNP badge?


  It symbolizes the bravery of the PNP
• What are the key components of the PNP philosophy?


  • Service: Responding to the needs of people in distress
  • Honor: The overriding criterion in performing tasks
  • Justice: Dispensed without favoritism
• What are the core values of the PNP?


  • Maka-Diyos (God-fearing)
  • Makabayan (Nationalistic)
  • Makatao (Humane)
  • Makakalikasan (Environment-friendly)
• What is the PNP vision for 2030?


  To be a highly capable, effective, and credible police service
• What is the PNP mission?


  To enforce the law, prevent and control crimes, and ensure public safety
• What is the organizational structure of the PNP?


  • Headed by a Chief
  • Assisted by DCA and DCO
  • Composed of national, regional, provincial, district, and city/municipal offices
  • The President, appoints the Chief of the PNP upon recommendation of the Commission
  • No officer who is retiring within six months can be appointed
• Powers and functions of the PNP as per Section 24 of RA 6975

  • Enforce laws for protection of lives and properties
  • Maintain peace and order
  • Investigate and prevent crimes
  • Make arrests, searches, and seizures
  • detain persons not beyond what is prescribed by law
  • issue licenses for firearms and explosives
  • supervise training and operations of security agencies
  • perform duties and exercise function provided by law
• What are examples of administrative support units in the PNP?


  • Chaplain Service
  • Legal Service
  • Health Service
  • Engineering Service
  • Finance Service
• What are examples of operational support units in the PNP?

  • CIDG
  • SAF
  • Crime Laboratory
  • HPG
  • PSPG
  • PDEG
  • Maritime Group
• What are the two laws related to the new PNP rank classification?


  • RA 6975
  • RA 11200
• Section 35 of RA 6975


  PNP shall be supported by administrative and operational support units