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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Grade 12

Philippine Politics and Governance

DIVISION ARALING PANLIPUNAN TOOLS


(DAPAT)
First Quarter - Lessons 9 & 10

EXECUTIVE AND LEGISLATIVE


BRANCHES: ROLES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES

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Social Sciences – Grade 12
Division Araling Panlipunan Tools (DAPAT)
Philippine Politics and Governance
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Foreword
Welcome to Senior High School Social Sciences, Grade 12.

The Division Araling Panlipunan Tools (DAPAT) was co-authored,


designed, developed and reviewed by educators from the Department of
Education, Schools Division of Iloilo. This is done to guide you, and the teachers
who will be teaching the subject to help the student achieve the standards set by
the K to 12 Curriculum.

The purpose of the Division Araling Panlipunan Tools (DAPAT) is to


guide students in independent learning activities according to their ability, speed and
time. It also aims to help the students develop and achieve lifelong skills with
consideration of their needs and situations.

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The Division Araling Panlipunan Tools (DAPAT) was created in response
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activities contained in this material. Read and understand the instructions.

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• Use the module with caution. Do not mark any part of the module with
any marks or letters. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the
exercises.
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the module.
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have completed all the exercises.

If you find difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not hesitate
to consult your teacher or facilitator. You can also ask help from your mother or
father, or your elder sibling or any of your housemates who are older than you.
Always instill in your mind that you are not alone.
We hope that through this module, you will experience meaningful learning
and gain deeper understanding of relevant competencies. You can do it!

INTRODUCTION

What comes into your mind when you hear the word “President”? What do
you think a President does?
The President is the head of the executive branch of the government.
He occupies the highest post and is among the elected officials of the country. He is
the Head of the Government and the representation of all executive powers
enshrined in the 1987 Philippine Constitution. He is the Head of the State and
symbolizes the unity of the people and the sovereignty of the nation. He is the
person in charge in managing and implementing the laws of the country.
On the other hand, the legislative branch plays a vital role in making laws
that are implemented in the country. The legislative branch of the government
is the Congress of the Philippines consists of the Senate and the House of
Representatives.
This module introduces you to the roles and powers of the executive and
the roles and responsibilities of the legislative branches of the government.

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YOUR TARGET

At the end of the module, you should be able to:


• analyze the roles and responsibilities of the executive branch of
the government; and
• differentiate the roles and responsibilities of the Philippine Senate and
the House of Representatives.

CHECK YOUR KNOWLEDGE

Before we start on this journey, let us check what you already knew about the
concepts that you are about to learn.
Task 1: True or False
Directions: Write True if the statement is correct and False if the statement is
wrong. Write your answer on a piece of paper.
1. The Congress of the Philippines is composed of the Senate and the House
of Representatives.
2. According to the constitution, the age requirement for a person to run for the
Senate is 25 years old.
3. The Senate of the Philippines is composed of 12 senators elected at large.
4. The main function of the legislative branch is to interpret the existing laws.
5. To win a seat in the House of Representative, a party list should get 20% of
the total votes.
Task 2: Match A and B
Directions: Match Column A with Column B. Write the letter of the correct
answer on a piece of paper.

Column A Column B
1. power to approve proposed laws A. Borrowing Power
2. power to grant executive clemency B. Budgetary Power
3. power to administer and enforce the laws C. Control Power
4. power to promulgate executive issuances D. Executive Power
5. power to contract or guarantee foreign loans E. Ordinance Power
F. Pardoning Power
G. Power to Approve Bills

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THE EXECUTIVE AND LEGISLATIVE

LEARN THIS

Task 3: 4 Pics, One Word


Directions: Identify the pictures using the scrambled letters below. Write
your answer on a separate sheet of paper.
1. 2.

M C E P R G E M
K M S L A O E T
S O X Q L N A S
N R E S W E R A

3. 4.

O C F V E A S K
G E L P L O I T
N T P E E O U L
E B I E S R V A

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Task 4: Name the Pics
Directions: Identify the power of the President shown in the pictures. Write
your answer on a piece of paper.

Picture # 1 Picture # 2

By Karl Norman Alonzo and Robinson Niñal Jr. - Presidential Communications Photo from the Malacañang Photo
Operations Office (Philippines), Public Domain, https://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/2016/03/01/the-presidents-day-march-1-2016/
https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=64044089

Picture # 3 Picture # 4

By Malacañang Photo Bureau - http://www.gov.ph/the-state-of-the-nation- address- By Judgefloro - http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Florentino_Estrada_Oaths.jpg,


traditions-and-history/, Public Domain, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=6968221
https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=49204467

Picture # 5

https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Fidel_V._Ramos#/media/File:
President_Rodrigo_Duterte_listens_to_the_reports_of_former_President_and_
Special_Envoy_to_China_Fidel_V._Ramos_during_the_5th_Cabinet_Meeting.jpg

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DISCOVER

Task 5: It’s Your Time!


Directions: Examine the editorial cartoons carefully. Write your opinion for each
editorial cartoon in 2 to 3 sentences. Write your answer in a separate
sheet of paper.

1. 2.

3. 4.

REMEMBER

THE EXECUTIVE OF THE PHILIPPINES


The Executive Department comprises the branch of the Philippine
government tasked with the power of developing national policies and protecting
national interests through just execution and enforcement of laws. These tasks are
all granted to the
President of the Philippines in his exercise of the executive power stipulated in
Section 1, Article VII of 1987 Philippine Constitution.
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On the same article, he must be elected by a direct vote of the people for a
term of six years, beginning at noon on 30th June after the day of the election and
will end six years after at noon on the same date. The same provision forbids the
President for any reelection allowing him to serve for only one term. If a person
has become President for more than four years, he is no longer eligible for election
any time to the corresponding office.
Qualifications for presidency are as follows:
1. a natural-born citizen; 4. able to read and write; and
2. a registered voter of the Philippines; 5. a resident of the Philippines for at least
3. at least 40 years of age on the day of ten years before the day of the election.
the election;

ROLES OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE


PHILIPPINES
The 1987 Philippine Constitution vests the President of the Philippines
with executive power; thus, he is the Executive of the Government of the Philippines.
He is the only person tasked by the constitution to perform the highest authority
in the country. In the performance of such, he functions a dual role as the head of
the state and the head of the government.
Head of the State. He is the chief representative of the state and the people
of the state. He is the symbol of the unity of the people and the sovereignty of the
state.
Head of the Government. He is the chief executive of the state. He executes
the laws and formulates policies for the state’s
welfare.
The President of the Philippines is also the Commander-in-Chief of the
Armed Forces of the Philippines, which follows the constitutionally mandated
principle of the supremacy of civilian authority over the military. In addition, he is
the Chief Diplomat of the country, that is also constitutionally duty-bound to
implement an independent foreign policy free of interference from other states.
POWERS OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE
PHILIPPINES
As stated in Article VII of the 1987 Philippine Constitution, below are the
powers of the President:
1. Executive Power. Power to ensure that the laws be faithfully executed. This
power of the President means the power to administer and enforce the laws.
2. Ordinance Power. Power to promulgate issuances inherent to his rule-
making
power as Chief Executive. The purpose of these issuances is to streamline the
policies and programs of his administration.
3. Control Power. Power of control of all the executive departments, bureaus,
and offices. It is the power of the President to restructure, reconfigure, and appoint
their respective officers. Moreover, he has the authority to modify, nullify, or set
aside what a subordinate officer had done in the performance of his functions. It also
includes the power to supervise, investigate, suspend, or remove officers belonging
to the executive department of the government.
4. Power of Removal. Power to remove officials appointed by him in the
executive department of the government on the issue of trust and confidence. Not

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covered by this power are the Members of the Supreme Court, the Ombudsman,
and the Chairmen and Members of the Constitutional Commissions. These officers
may be removed from office only, on impeachment for, and conviction of, culpable
violation of
the Constitution, treason, bribery, graft and corruption, other high crimes, or
betrayal of public trust (Section 2, Article XI of the 1987 Philippine Constitution).

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5. Power to Appoint. Power to appoint officials as provided in the Constitution
and the laws. It is the power of the President to choose an individual who is to
exercise the roles and functions of a given office.
6. Military Powers. Powers of the President as Commander-in-Chief of all
armed forces of the Philippines. He has the power to call out the armed forces to
prevent or suppress lawless violence, invasion or rebellion. He has control of the
military organization and its personnel adhering to the constitutional principle
that civilian authority is, at all times, supreme over the military. In addition, he can
suspend the privilege of the writ of habeas corpus or place the Philippines or any
part of it under martial law in case of invasion or rebellion or as required for public
safety.
7. Pardoning Power. Power to grant executive clemency, which includes
reprieve, commutation, absolute pardon, and conditional pardon. He has also the
power to remit fines and forfeitures. All of these are applicable after conviction by
final judgment, but not in cases of impeachment. Moreover, he has the power to
grant amnesty with the concurrence of a majority of all the Members of the
Congress.
8. Borrowing Power. Power to contract or guarantee foreign loans on behalf of
the Republic of the Philippines. But prior to this concurrence of the Monetary Board
must be secured and subject to such limitations as may be provided by law.
9. Diplomatic Power. Power to deal with the governments of foreign states and
direct the Philippines’ foreign policy. The President maintains diplomatic relations
with other states and has the power to extend or withhold the recognition of the
legitimacy of foreign governments. He appoints and sends ambassadors and
consuls to represent the country abroad. He has the authority to receive
diplomatic missions from other states and had the right to refuse to admit
ambassadors whom he may consider unacceptable.
10. Budgetary Power. Power to issue a budget of expenditures and sources
of financing. It includes receipts from existing and proposed revenue measures.
11. Informing Power. Duty to inform the Congress and the people of the status of
the country. He delivers the State of the Nation’s Address (SONA) every fourth
Monday of July at the opening of the regular session of Congress. It is also
his time to recommend to Congress important national policies that need legislative
action.
12. General Supervision Over Local Governments. Power of general
supervision over local governments.
13. Other Powers of the
President.
a. Power to Call Special Session of Congress. President’s prerogative to
call a special session of Congress at any time.
b. Emergency Powers. Congress’ authorization to the President in times of
war or national emergency to exercise powers necessary and proper to carry
out a declared national policy.
c. Power to Approve Bills. President’s authority to approve a bill pass by
the Congress.
d. Power to Veto. President’s privilege to reject a bill passed by Congress or
an item or items in an appropriation, revenue, or tariff bill.
e. Tariff Powers. Congress’ authorization to the President to fix tariff
rates, import and export quotas, tonnage and wharfage dues, and other
duties or imposts.

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THE SENATE AND THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
In the 1987 Constitution, the legislative power is vested in the Congress of
the Philippines consisting of a Senate and a House of Representatives.
The Senate is composed of twenty-four Senators elected at large by
the qualified voters of the Philippines, as may be provided by law. The House of
Representatives is composed of not more than 250 (unless otherwise fixed by
law),
20 percent of whom must be Party-list representatives.
The qualifications to become a senator and a representative, as stipulated
in the constitution, are:
Members of the Senate Members of the House of the Representatives
1. a natural-born citizen of the 1. a natural-born citizen of the Philippines;
Philippines;
2. at least thirty-five years old; 2. at least twenty-five years old;
3. is able to read and write 3. is able to read and write
4. a registered voter; and 4. a registered voter; and
5. a resident of the Philippines for not 5. except the party-list representatives, a
less than two years before resident for at least one year in the district
election day. where s/he shall be elected.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF CONGRESS
Essentially, the Members of Congress (Senators and Representatives) are
the primary makers of laws.
There are several types of measures Congress can create. It includes bills,
joint resolutions, concurrent resolutions, and simple resolutions.
Legislators grouped in committees conduct hearings and consultation
meetings to improve or pass a proposed bill. Those outside the group can also
discuss any proposed bill in plenary before it is voted upon.
These debates during plenary are very important because they ideally give
a chance for others to scrutinize the proposed bill before it is passed. Once
approved, a law can affect not just the government’s function but the life of every
Filipino. It is also vital that it adheres to the Constitution.
Every bill or resolution that has to go through both houses needs the
consent of both chambers before being passed for the president's signature.
Once a bill is defeated in the Senate (or House), it is lost. Once a bill is approved by
the Senate (or House) on third reading, the bill is passed to the House of
Representatives (or Senate), unless an identical bill has also been passed by the
House of Representatives (or Senate). When a counterpart bill is different from the
one passed by the Senate (or House), either a bicameral conference committee is
created consisting of members
from both chambers of Congress to reconcile the differences, or either chamber may
instead approve the other chamber's version.
A bill then becomes law when it is signed by the president.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
Aside from lawmaking, Congress is also given several powers and
responsibilities in certain situations.
Congress' role in exacting accountability is crucial as legislators play a part
in checking on possible excesses by the executive and judicial branches of
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The 1987 Philippine Constitution provides many instances when Congress
can invoke this power:

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1. Congress has the power to remove from office impeachable
government officials, including the President, Vice President, members of the
Supreme Court, members of constitutional commissions, and the Ombudsman.
The House of Representatives can tackle impeachment complaints and submit the
resolution setting the Articles of Impeachment. The Senate, meanwhile, decides
on cases of impeachment in a full-blown trial.
2. Congress has the “sole power to declare the existence of a state of
war,” according to Section 23 Article VI of the Constitution. A vote of two-thirds of
both Houses, voting separately, is needed.
3. Congress can revoke the President’s proclamation of martial law by a vote
of at least a majority of all members of the Senate and the House. If requested,
Congress can also extend the period of martial law beyond the mandated 60 days.
4. Congress may authorize the President to exercise powers to carry out
a declared national policy “for a limited period and subject to restrictions" in times of
war or any other national emergency,
5. Congressional committees can conduct hearings "in aid of legislation”
on various issues that affect the nation and release a report based on findings.
For example, the Senate committee in August 2018 conducted a hearing on the
TRAIN law's impact on inflation amid rising prices of commodities.
6. Congress is also involved in the national budget process. It can decide
whether or not to add or reduce a government agency’s budget, effectively
overseeing budget appropriations and being on guard against suspected corruption.
7. Congress, through the Commission on Appointments, can approve or
reject some key appointments made by the president to government agencies.
8. Congress needs to concur with any amnesty granted by the
president, according to Section 19, Article VII of the Constitution. A vote of
majority of all members is needed.
9. Congress is heavily involved in starting charter change. It can either
convene into a Constituent Assembly (through a vote of three-fourths of all
members) and propose both amendments and revisions, or call for an election
of members of a Constitutional Convention (vote of two-thirds of its members).
ROLES OF THE
SENATE
1. No treaty or international agreement will become valid and effective unless
concurred in by at least two-thirds of all the Members of the Senate.
2. The Senate has the sole power to try and decide all cases of
impeachment.
ROLES OF THE HOUSE OF
REPRESENTATIVES
1. All appropriation, revenue or tariff bills, bills authorizing increase of the public
debt, bills of local application, and private bills originate exclusively in the House of
Representatives, but the Senate may propose or concur with amendments.
2. The House of Representatives has the exclusive power to initiate all cases
of impeachment by at least one-third of all the Members of the House.

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YOUR LEARNINGS

Task 6: Spot the Difference


Directions: Write the unique traits of House of Congress in the circle while the
common traits in the overlapping space. Write your answers on a
piece of paper.

House of
Senate Representatives

Task 7: My Issue
Directions: Identify at least one issue in your locality that needs to be addressed by
the President. Identify and explain the roles and powers of the
President in making solutions to the issue. Use the table below as your
guide. Write your answer on a piece of paper.

Issues President’s Explanation President’s Explanation


Role Power
E.g. Head of He implements Military He may call the Armed
Marawi Government the law on the Power Forces of the
Siege maintenance of Philippines to
peace and order suppress lawless
in the country. violence.
E.g. Visit Head of He represents Diplomatic He receives foreign
of the State the country and Power dignitary.
Pope the people.
1.

2.

3.

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THINK AND REFLECT

Task 8: Think outside the Box


Directions: Reflect on the question. Write your answer on a separate sheet
of paper.
If you will become the President, a Senator, or a Representative of the
country, which role, power, or responsibility will be the most important to you? How
would you use this for the benefits of the masses? Explain your answers in a
minimum of five sentences. Write your answers on a piece of paper.

TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE

Task 9A: Lessons Learned


Directions: Read the questions properly. Write the letter of the correct answer on
a piece of paper.
1. One of the roles of the President is that of a head of government. What does a
head of government signify?
A. chief executive of the state C. chief representative of the state
B. chief diplomat of the country D. commander-in-chief of the country
2. The President has the power to grant reprieves, commutations, pardons, and
remit fines and forfeitures, after conviction by final judgment, EXCEPT in cases of
.
A. impeachment C. restraining orders
B. Congress protest D. people rally in streets
3. The President exercised the powers to appoint officials as provided for in the
Constitution and the laws. Which of the following appointments requires the
consent of the Commission on Appointments?
A. Ombudsman and his Deputies
B. Vice President’s appointment for a Cabinet position
C. Heads of the executive departments and ambassadors
D. Members of the Supreme Court and judges of lower courts
4. The President has the power of control of all the executive departments,
bureaus, and offices. Which of the following power is NOT included?
A. restructure, reconfigure, and appoint their respective officers
B. modify, nullify, or set aside what a subordinate officer had done
C. supervise or suspend officers belonging to the executive department
D. reprimand and remove Members of the Supreme Court and the
Ombudsman

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5. The constitution grants military powers to the President. Which of the
following is NOT included?
A. suspend the privilege of the writ of habeas corpus
B. place the Philippines or any part of it under martial law
C. grant reprieves, commutations, and pardons, and remit fines and forfeitures
D. call the armed forces to prevent or suppress lawless violence, invasion
or rebellion
6. The President has the power to issue a budget of expenditures and sources of
financing, including receipts from existing and proposed revenue measures.
The power being described is _ .
A. Informing Power C. Borrowing Power
B. Budgetary Power D. Diplomatic Power
7. The President could reject a bill passed by Congress or an item or items in an
appropriation, revenue, or tariff bill. What power of the President is being
described?
A. Tariff Powers C. Emergency Powers
B. Power to Veto D. Power to Approve Bills
8. The executive branch has cabinet secretaries necessary to serve as the alter
egos of the President. The purpose of this is to _.
A. provide a functional distribution of the work of the President
B. have enough people working at the pleasure of the President
C. accommodate all those people who had helped the President
D. secure the stability of the department in discharging the powers of
the President
9. Enumerated in Article VII of the Philippine Constitution are the powers of
the President. Which of the following is NOT included?
A. pardon criminals C. veto legislation from Congress
B. break a tie vote in the Senate D. sign treaties with foreign nations
10. The President exercised power to deal with governments of foreign states
and direct the country’s foreign policy. This power includes the following,
EXCEPT
_.
A. maintaining and establishing diplomatic relations with other states
B. intervening and influencing the conduct of the internal affairs of other states
C. receiving diplomatic missions and the right to refuse to admit ambassadors
D. extending or withholding the recognition of the legitimacy of
foreign governments
Task 9B: Lessons Learned
Directions: Identify what term is being referred to by the statement. Write the
answer on a piece of paper.
1. Branch of the government that enacts legislation, confirms or rejects
presidential appointments, and has the authority to declare war.
2. A House of Congress composed of 24 members elected-at-large.
3. A House of Congress composed of not more than two hundred and fifty members.
4. Representatives constituting twenty per cent of the total number of
representatives.
5. Minimum age requirement for a Senatorial candidate.

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Answer Key
Task 1: True or False
1. True Task 6: Spot The Difference
2. False Answers may vary.
3. False
4. False Task 7: My Issue
5. True Answers may vary.
Task 2: Match A and B Task 8: Think Outside the Box
1. G Answers may vary
2. F
3. D Task 9A: Lessons Learned
4. E 1. A
5. A 2. A
3. C
Task 3: 4 Pics One 4. D
Word 5. C
1. CONGRESS 6. B
2. SENATE 7. B
3. VETO 8. A
4. LEGISLATIVE 9. B
10. B
Task 4: Name the Pics
1. Diplomatic Power Task 9B: Lessons Learned
2. Military Power 1. Legislative Branch
3. Informing Power 2. Senate
4. Power to Appoint 3. House of Representatives
5. Control Power 4. Party-list Representative
5. 35 years old
Task 5: It’s your Time
Answers may vary.

References
1. Legislative Branch, The Official Gazette of the Republic of the
Philippines https://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/about/gov/the-legislative-
branch
2. The 1987 Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines – Article VI, The Official
Gazette of the republic of the Philippines,
https://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/constitutions/the- 1987-constitution-of-the-republic-of-
the-philippines/the-1987-constitution-of-the-republic- of-the-philippines-article-
vi/#:~:text=Section%201.,Section%202.
3. Three Branches of Government, Philippine Information Agency
https://pia.gov.ph/branches-of-govt
4. Legislative Process, Legislative Branch, Official Gazette of the
Philippines, https://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/images/uploads/Legislative-
Process- Layout_10Mayno-banner.jpg

Grade 12- Philippine Politics and Governance


Analyze the roles and powers of the executive 1
branch of the government.
Differentiate the roles and responsibilities of the
Philippine Senate and the House of

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