Constitution is defined by Malcolm as:

a written instrument enacted by direct action of the people by which the fundamental powers of
the government are established, limited and defined, and by which those powers are distributed
among the several departments for their safe and useful exercise for the benefit of the body
politic.

Every State, by reasons of its membership in the family of nations, is bound by generally
accepted principles of international law. Doctrine of Incorporation

In interpreting the Constitution, verba legis means Whenever possible, the words used in the
Constitution must be given their ordinary meaning except where technical terms are employed.

constituent power It refers to the power to formulate a Constitution or to propose amendment or

revisions, and to ratify such proposal.

The three essential parts of a Constitution are: the bill of rights, governmental organization and
functions, and method of amendment.

The constitutional provision on initiative and referendum is not self-executory. This is so

because it requires: an implementing legislation.

No statute or laws enacted by Congress can prevail against the Constitution because: It is the
supreme law of the land.

The question of whether the amendment or revision of the Constitution will be done through
constituent assembly or constitutional convention should be decided by: the Congress.

Juan dela Cruz and 500 others filed a petition with the COMELEC to hold a plebiscite on their
petition to amend the Constitution by shifting to a federal form of government. Assuming that
the petition has been signed by the required number of registered voters, will it prosper? No,
since the petitioners seek, not an amendment, but a revision.

The Constitution likewise declares that the Philippines is a democratic state. Democratic
government means: sovereignty resides in the elected representatives of the government.
The 1987 Constitution may be modified by: Either by amendment or revision

In an amendment to the constitution by "initiative and referendum", the "initiative"

phase is meant that the people propose the amendments. There is a valid proposal
when a proposition has received the approval of: at least 3% of the registered voters of
each district and 12% of the total number of registered voters nationwide

The power to amend or revise the Constitution or to propose amendments to the Constitution
is not included in the legislative power of Congress because: It is part of the inherent powers of
the people as the repository of sovereignty in a Republican State.

The Constitution declares that the Philippines is a republican state. Republicanism means: the
representatives of the government are elected by the people.

The Philippine Constitution is classified as: written, enacted, and rigid

The isolated or piecemeal change in the Constitution is done by adding, deleting, or reducing a
provision or provisions without altering the basic principles involved. amendment

Which of the following provisions of the Constitution does not confer rights that can
be enforced in the courts but only provides guidelines for legislative or executive
action?
The maintenance of peace and order, the protection of life, liberty, and property, and promotion of
the general welfare are essential for the enjoyment by all the people of the blessings of
democracy.

The State shall give priority to education, science and technology, arts, culture, and sports to
foster patriotism and nationalism, accelerate social progress, and promote total human liberation
and development.

The natural and primary right and duty of parents in the rearing of the youth for civic efficiency
and the development of moral character shall receive the support of the Government.
All the above only provide guidelines and are not self-executing
The outstanding features of the 1987 Philippine Constitution are the following EXCEPT
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Revival of the bicameral Congress of the Philippines;
Strictly legal presidential system;
The independence of the judiciary has been strengthened.
The establishment of the fourth branch of government which is the people.

Tamang sagot
The establishment of the fourth branch of government which is the people.

 
When the Philippines pursues a policy of freedom from nuclear weapons in
its territory, it means that: Peaceful uses of nuclear energy are allowed.

 
Which one of the following is a self-executing provision of the Constitution:
the State shall protect and advance the right of the people to a balanced and healthful ecology.