AI MADE

• What type of state is the Philippines?

  Democratic and republican State
• Where does sovereignty reside in the Philippines?

  Sovereignty resides in the people
• What are the manifestations of a democratic and republican state?

  • Existence of bill of rights
  • Rule of the majority
  • Government of laws, not men
  • Elections through popular will
  • Separation of powers and checks and balances
  • Legislature cannot pass irrepealable laws
  • State cannot be sued without consent
• How is sovereignty exercised in the Philippines?

  Indirect through public officials and direct through suffrage
• Who has supreme authority over the military in the Philippines?

  Civilian authority
• What is the role of the Armed Forces of the Philippines?

  To protect the people and the State
• Who is the commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of the Philippines?

  The President
• What is the President's role regarding military appointments?

  Appoints high-ranking officers with consent
• What is the prime duty of the Government?

  To serve and protect the people
• Under what conditions can citizens be required to render military service?

  Under conditions provided by law
• What are the essential functions of the government for democracy?

  • Maintenance of peace and order
  • Protection of life, liberty, and property
  • Promotion of general welfare
• What is the significance of peace and order in society?

  Essential for enjoying democracy's blessings
• What does the separation of Church and State imply?

  Church cannot interfere in political matters
• What does Article 3, Section 5 state about religion?

  No law shall establish religion
• What does Article 6, Section 29(2) state about public funds?

  No public money for any religion
• What does "establishment of religion" mean in the context of the state?

  The state has no official religion
• What is the role of the youth in nation-building?

  To promote patriotism and civic involvement
• What is the duty of the state towards the youth?

  To promote and protect their well-being
• How does the state view today's youth?

  More knowledgeable and politically conscious
• What does the state aim to maintain in public service?

  Honesty and integrity
• Why is combating corruption important for the state?

  It undermines quality of life, especially for the poor
• What was incorporated into the constitution regarding corruption?

  Revelation of unprecedented magnitude of graft