Article 2 of the 1987 Philippine Constitution is known as the "Declaration of Principles and State

Policies." It sets out the guiding principles that the Philippines should follow in its governance and
decision-making. One of the key principles mentioned in Article 2 is the adoption of the generally
accepted principles of international law as part of the law of the land. Specifically, it mentions the
Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR).

Article 2, Section 2 of the Philippine Constitution states:

"The Philippines renounces war as an instrument of national policy, adopts the generally
accepted principles of international law as part of the law of the land, and adheres to the policy of
peace, equality, justice, freedom, cooperation, and amity with all nations."

This provision means that the Philippines recognizes and incorporates international law,
including the principles of the UDHR, into its domestic legal system. The UDHR is a foundational
document that outlines fundamental human rights and freedoms that all individuals are entitled to, and
it serves as a basis for international human rights law.

On the other hand, Article XIV of the Philippine Constitution is specifically focused on the
education system in the country. It covers various aspects of education, including the right to quality
education, the establishment and regulation of educational institutions, the role of the state in
education, and the promotion of science, technology, arts, and culture. Article XIV primarily deals with
the educational framework and policies within the Philippines.

While both Article 2 and Article XIV are important provisions of the Philippine Constitution, they
address different aspects of governance and policy. Article 2 emphasizes the country's commitment to
international law and human rights principles, including those outlined in the UDHR, while Article XIV
focuses on the education system and related policies within the country. These provisions can be seen as
complementary, as education is a fundamental aspect of human development and the promotion of
human rights and dignity. However, they do not directly align in terms of their content or subject matter.