RIGHT TO INFORMATION-GROUP 3 OBTL

What article and section of the 1987 Constitution recognizes the right of the people to information on matters of public concern?

• Article V, Section 2

• Article II, Section 3

• Article III, Section 7

• Article IV, Section 5

Answer explanation

The correct choice is Article III, Section 7, which recognizes the right of the people to information on matters of public concern.

According to Blas Ople, what does the right to information establish for the conduct of public affairs?

• A secretive government

• A closed democracy

• An open and honest government

• A corrupt system

Answer explanation

The right to information establishes an open and honest government according to Blas Ople.

Who stated that the right of the people challenges them to be active in seeking information rather than being dependent on what the State releases?

• Fr. Bernas

• Chavez

• Mr. Rama

• Blas Ople

Answer explanation

Mr. Rama stated that the right of the people challenges them to be active in seeking information rather than being dependent on what the State releases.

Why is an informed citizenry essential for the existence and proper functioning of democracy?

• To limit citizen participation

• To suppress public opinions

• To ensure government secrecy

• To facilitate public discussions and policy formulation

Answer explanation

An informed citizenry is essential for democracy as it allows for public discussions and policy formulation, enabling citizens to make informed decisions and hold the government accountable.

What type of documents are considered official records according to the text?

• Private emails

• Social media posts

• Government research data

• Personal diaries

Answer explanation

Government research data is considered official records according to the text.

In the case of Valmonte vs. Belmonte, what was considered a matter of public concern and interest?

• Family matters

• Personal investments

• Loanable funds of GSIS

• Private business transactions

Answer explanation

In the case of Valmonte vs. Belmonte, the matter of public concern and interest was the loanable funds of GSIS.

What is the primary purpose of Executive Privilege as mentioned in the text?

• To increase transparency

• To encourage public debates

• To withhold information from the public and Congress

• To promote freedom of speech

Answer explanation

The primary purpose of Executive Privilege is to withhold information from the public and Congress, as mentioned in the text.

According to the text, what is the right to privacy defined as?

• The right to access public records

• The right to control media content

• The right to be let alone

• The right to be informed about government actions

Answer explanation

The right to be let alone is defined as the right to privacy, as mentioned in the text.

What is the purpose of the Administrative Code of 1987 in relation to the right to information?

• To promote government secrecy

• To restrict public participation

• To centralize information dissemination

• To limit access to government data

Answer explanation

The purpose of the Administrative Code of 1987 in relation to the right to information is to centralize information dissemination.

Who has the right to demand information according to the text?

• Government officials only

• Foreign diplomats

• Media practitioners only

• Any citizen

Answer explanation

Any citizen has the right to demand information according to the text, not just government officials, foreign diplomats, or media practitioners.