History of Agrarian Reform in the Philippines

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What social classes existed in the Pre-Spanish Period in the Philippines?

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Datus, maharlikas, aliping mamamahay, aliping saguiguilid

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What was the purpose of the encomienda system introduced during the Spanish Period?

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To collect tribute from the indios

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What significant legislation was enacted during the American Period? Options: Philippine Bill of 1902, 1935 Constitution, Republic Act No. 34, Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Law

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Philippine Bill of 1902

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What was the main focus of President Manuel L. Quezon's 'Social Justice' program?

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To ensure the well-being and economic security of all people

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What was the purpose of the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Law (CARL) signed by President Corazon C. Aquino?

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To promote comprehensive rural development and agrarian reform

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What was the battle cry of President Joseph E. Estrada during the 1998 presidential election?

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ERAP PARA SA MAHIRAP

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What was the vision of President Benigno Aquino III regarding the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program?

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To complete the CARP before the end of his term

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What aggressive program did President Rodrigo Roa Duterte want to pursue?

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Land reform program

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Agrarian reform is important in achieving:

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Social Justice

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What remains a challenge in the implementation of agrarian reform?

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Landowners' resistance