CULTURAL DEPENDANTS OF PHILIPPINES

RELIGION

 According to the 2020 census, at least 84% of the population is Christian; 79% belong to the Catholic Church
while 5% belong to Protestantism and other denom)inations such as Philippine Independent Church, Iglesia ni
Cristo, Jehovah’s Witnesses, Seventh-day Adventist Church, Apostolic Catholic Church, United Church of Christ
in the Philippines, Members Church of God Internal (MCGI) and Pentecostals. About 6.4% of the population of
the Philippines is Muslim as of 2020, making Islam the the second largest religion in the Country. The majority
of Muslims live in parts of Mindanao, Palawan, and the Sulu Archipelgo - an area known as Bangsamoro or the
Moro region.

POLITICAL PHILOSOPHY

 Political philosophy of the Philippines is a complex and diverse topic, as different historical period, political
events , and cultural influence have shaped the views and opinions of Filipinos on various political issues. One of
the influential political philosophers in Philippine history is Jose P. Laurel, who was the president of the
Japanese-sponsored Republic of the Philippines during World War II. He was a lawyer, judge, and scholar who
advocated for Filipinism, a form of assertive nationalism that sought to protect and promote the interest and
identity of the Philippines. Laurel’s political philosophy was based on his belief in democracy, social justice, and
human integrity, as well as his respect for Asian values and culture. Another important political philosophy in the
Philippines is Democracy, which is a system of government that allows the people to participate in decision-
making through elections and representation. Politics in the Philippines are governed by a three-branch system of
government. Another important theme in the Philippine political philosophy is the role of Colonialism and
Imperialism in shaping the nation-state and its institutions. The Philippines has been colonized by Spain, the
United States, and Japan, and has experienced various forms of resistance and revolution against foreign
domination. Some of the prominent thinkers and leaders who challenged colonialism and imperialism include
Jose Rizal, Andres Bonifacio, Emilio Aguinaldo, Apolinario Mabini, Manuel Quezon, Carlo M. Recto, Carlos P.
Garcia, and many more.

ECONOMIC PHILOSOPHY

 Philippine economic model is a complex and dynamic system that involves various sectors, policies, and
variables. The economy of the Philippines is an emerging market, a newly industrialized country and one of the
most dynamic in the Asia-Pacific region. The Philippine economy is transitioning from one based on agriculture
to one based more on services and manufacturing. The Philippines is also a member of the Association of
Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), a regional economic and political organization. The Philippines has a mixed
economy, with the public sector accounting for about one-third of GDP and the private sector for the remaining
two-thirds. The country is heavily dependent on remittances from Filipino workers abroad, which account for
about 10% of GDP. It faces various challenges such as poverty, inequality, corruption, infrastructure gaps,
environmental degradation, and vulnerability to natural disasters and climate change.

EDUCATION

 Education in the Philippines is compulsory at the basic education level, composed of kindergarten, elementary
school (grades 1–6), junior high school (grades 7–10), and senior high school (grades 11–12).[5] The educational
system is managed by three government agencies by level of education: the Department of Education (DepEd) for
basic education; the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) for higher education; and the Technical
Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) for technical and vocational education. Public education
is funded by the national government.

LANGUAGE

 In the Philippines, there are more than 170 languages spoken. The most common languages are Filipino and
English. Filipino is the national language and is based on Tagalog. English is also widely spoken and is the
language of business and education. Other languages spoken in the Philippines include Tagalog, Cebuano,
Ilocano, Hiligaynon, Waray, Kapampangan, Bikol, Maranao, Maguindanao, Tausug, and Pangasinan.
SOCIAL STRUCTURE

 The social structure in the Philippines can be categorized in several different ways. Relationships are an
important aspect of social acceptance in the Philippines. Who you know is vital for climbing the social ladder.
The relatively low middle class creates a considerable difference between the richer population and the poorer
population. Success upon an individual should also be shared among close family and friends. A women’s role in
society is significantly different compared to other Southeast Asian countries. All of these factors constitute the
social structure in the Philippines. The Philippine social structure is divided into three primary social classes: the
low-income class, the middle-income class, and the high-income class. The majority of Filipinos belong to the
low-income class, while the middle class comprises around 40% of the population. The upper and middle class
exist mostly within the major cities, while the lower class tends to reside in the rural areas. As of 2020, data from
the Philippine Statistics Office[2] shows that 43.5% of the total population belongs to the middle class, 38.4% to
the low-income class, and 16.7% to the poorest of the poor. Only the remaining 1.4% falls under the high-income
class.

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