Accountability Over Government Funds

The principle of accountability of any public official over government funds is provided in Article X, Section 1 of the Philippine Constitution

• TRUE

• FALSE

Which of the following characteristics of Government Officials/Employees is defined as remaining true to the people at all times?

• Responsiveness to the Public

• Political Neutrality

• Justness and Sincerity

• Nationalism and Patriotism

Public office is a public trust. Hence, public officers and officials must, at all times, be accountable to the people, serve them with utmost responsibility, integrity, loyalty, and efficiency.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Every officer, agent, and employee accountable for public funds shall not be held liable for all losses resulting from the unlawful deposit, use, or application  thereof, and for all losses attributable to negligence in the keeping of such funds.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Which of the following defines "Commitment to Public Interest?

• Public officials and employees shall provide service to

  everyone without unfair discrimination and regardless of party affiliation or

  preference.

• Public officials and employees shall remain true to

  the people at all times.

• Public officials and employees shall perform and discharge

  their duties with the highest degree of excellence, professionalism, intelligence

  and skill.

• Public officials and employees shall always

  uphold the public interest over and above personal interest.