Cards (25)

  • What is the composition of the Civil Service Commission?
    Chairman and 2 Commissioners
  • Why is the Civil Service Commission structured as a collegiate body?
    To enhance independence from political pressure
  • What is the minimum age requirement for members of the Civil Service Commission?
    At least 35 years old
  • What is required to prove capacity for public administration?
    Effective service as a public administrator
  • What is the appointment process for the Civil Service Commission members?
    Appointed by the President with consent
  • What is the term length for the first appointment of a commissioner?
    7 years without reappointment
  • What does the term "Civil Service" refer to?
    A professionalized body in government service
  • What principle governs the selection of civil service officers?
    The merit principle
  • What is one of the powers of the Civil Service Commission?
    Administer and enforce merit system provisions
  • What is one function of the Civil Service Commission regarding examinations?
    Supervise civil service examinations
  • What is the role of the Commission on Elections?
    To oversee the conduct of elections
  • How many commissioners are in the Commission on Elections?
    1 chairman and 6 commissioners
  • What is a key qualification for members of the Commission on Elections?
    Must be a member of the Philippine Bar
  • What is the term length for the Chairman of the Commission on Elections?
    7 years without reappointment
  • What power does the Commission on Elections have regarding voter registration?
    To annul illegal registry lists of voters
  • What is one function of the Commission on Elections regarding political parties?
    To register political parties
  • What is the composition of the Commission on Audit?
    Chairman and 2 commissioners
  • What is a qualification for members of the Commission on Audit?
    Must be a Certified Public Accountant
  • What is one of the powers of the Commission on Audit?
    To examine and audit government accounts
  • What does the Commission on Audit do with its annual financial report?
    Recommends measures to Congress
  • What are the qualifications for members of the Civil Service Commission?
    • Natural-born citizens of the Philippines
    • At least 35 years old
    • Proven capacity for public administration
    • Must not have been a candidate for elective position
  • What are the qualifications for members of the Commission on Elections?
    • Natural-born citizens of the Philippines
    • At least 35 years old
    • Bachelor’s degree holder
    • Must not have been a candidate for elective position
    • Majority must be members of the Philippine Bar
  • What are the qualifications for members of the Commission on Audit?
    • Natural-born citizens of the Philippines
    • At least 35 years old
    • Certified Public Accountant with 10 years experience or members of the Philippine Bar with 10 years experience
    • Must not have been a candidate for elective position
  • What are the powers and functions of the Commission on Elections?
    1. Enforce laws related to elections
    2. Decide election contests
    3. Register political parties
    4. Recommend measures for election law improvements
  • What are the powers and functions of the Commission on Audit?
    1. Examine, audit, and settle government accounts
    2. Act as the central accounting office
    3. Submit annual financial reports and recommendations