The Establishment of a State

(Government of the Philippines)

 Overview
● Definition of the establishment of a state

The process of forming and organizing the governmental

structure, institutions, and legal framework of a country.

● Importance of establishing a state in governance

Provides the foundation for effective governance, ensures the

protection of rights, promotes stability and development.

● Preview of key components

Constitution (fundamental principles, structure), branches of

government (executive, legislative, judicial), legal framework.
 Constitution of the Philippines
● The Philippine Constitution is originated from
the Malolos Constitution of 1899, followed by
several iterations, with the current Constitution
ratified in 1987.
● Democratic republicanism, sovereignty of the
people, rule of law, separation of powers,
checks and balances.
● Provides the legal framework for the
organization and functioning of the
government, establishes the rights and
responsibilities of citizens.
3 Branches of Government

● Executive
Branch
● Legislative
Branch
● Judicial
 Executive Branch
● Headed by the President, responsible for implementing
and enforcing laws, administering government
agencies.
● Role of the President is serves as both the head of state
and head of government, commander-in-chief of the
Armed Forces, chief diplomat, chief executive.
● Responsibilities and powers of the executive branch is
enforcing laws, managing foreign affairs,
implementing policies, appointing officials, preparing
the national budget.
 Legislative Branch
● Consists of the Senate and the House of Representatives,
with distinct roles and functions.
● The Functions of the Senate and House of
Representatives is Lawmaking, representation of
constituents, oversight of the executive branch, budget
approval.
● Lawmaking process is Introduction of bills, committee
review, debates and amendments, voting, approval by
both chambers, enactment into law.
 Judicial Branch
● Independent branch of government tasked with
interpreting laws, settling disputes, upholding
the Constitution.
● Role of the Supreme Court is highest court in
the land, final arbiter of legal disputes, ensures
the constitutionality of laws and government
actions.
● Importance of judicial independence is to
ensures impartiality, upholds the rule of law,
safeguards individual rights.
 Laws and Policies
● Creation and implementation of laws is Legislative process
involving both houses of Congress, signed into law by the
President, enforced by government agencies and the judiciary.
● Policy-making process is formulation of policies by
government officials and agencies, guided by legal
framework and public interest, implementation and
evaluation.
● Importance of laws and policies in governance is to provide
structure and order, address societal needs and challenges,
promote justice and fairness.
 Public Services and Infrastructure

● Provision of public services is delivery of essential

services such as education, healthcare, transportation,
and social welfare by government agencies and
institutions.
● Infrastructure development is the Construction and
maintenance of physical infrastructure such as roads,
bridges, utilities, and public buildings to support
economic growth and development.
● Role in promoting national development is to
Enhances quality of life, facilitates economic activities,
promotes regional integration and connectivity.
 Conclusion

● Recap of key points

The establishment of a state in the government of the Philippines is essential for effective
governance and national development.

● Importance of the establishment of a state

Provides the legal and institutional framework for governance, ensures the protection of
rights and promotion of public welfare.

● Call to action or reflection

Encouragement to further explore the dynamics of Philippine governance and civic