Philippine Politics and Governance Summative

What is the primary objective of the 1991 Local Government Code (LGC) of the Philippines?

• A. To decentralize governance

• B. To centralize governance

• C. To promote federalism

• D. To abolish local government units

What is the term of office of local officials under the 1991 LGC?

• . 2 years

• . 3 years

• 4 years

• 5 years

Which of the following is a mechanism for the National Government to ensure compliance with national policies by local governments?

• . National government officials serving as heads of local government units

• The issuance of national government guidelines and standards

• The appointment of a national government representative to each local government unit

• The requirement that local government officials must have prior experience in national government service

Which of the following is a characteristic of local government autonomy?

• Local government units have complete independence from the National Government

• Local government units are subordinate to the National Government

• . Local government units have the power to create their own policies and regulations

• Local government units are prohibited from collecting their own taxes

Which of the following is a challenge faced by local government units in the Philippines?

• Limited financial resources

• . Limited autonomy

• Limited powers

• Limited access to national policies and guidelines

Which of the following is NOT a requirement to become a Philippine Senator?

• At least 35 years old

• A natural-born Filipino citizen

• A registered voter

• Able to read and write

Which political party is currently in power in the Philippines?

• Liberal Party

• Nacionalista Party

• Partido Demokratiko Pilipino–Lakas ng Bayan (PDP-Laban)

• Nationalist People's Coalition

What is the name of the Commission responsible for overseeing Philippine elections?

• Commission on Elections (COMELEC)

• Commission on Human Rights (CHR)

• Commission on Audit (COA)

• Commission on Appointments (CA)

23Which of the following is an example of political participation outside formal institutions in the Philippines?

• Voting in national elections

• . Joining a political party

• Participating in a protest rally

• Running for public office

Which group of people in the Philippines is most likely to engage in political participation outside formal institutions?

• Young people

• Older people

• Men

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