Philippine Constitution Quiz

What does the Preamble of the Philippine Constitution emphasize?

• It sets down the origin and purposes of the Constitution.

• It is an integral part of the Constitution.

• It is a form of prayer.

• It is the longest preamble in the world.

What are the three territorial domains of the Philippines?

• Terrestrial, aerial, and fluvial

• Land, air, and sea

• Internal, territorial, and exclusive economic zone

• Coastal, inland, and external

Is outer space part of a State’s territory according to Article I?

• Yes

• No

What is the Archipelagic Doctrine?

• It allows a State to treat the waters between islands as internal waters.

• It defines the rights of coastal states over their territorial waters.

• It is a principle of international law.

• It is a doctrine that applies only to the Philippines.

What does UNCLOS stand for?

• United Nations Convention on the Laws of the Seas

• United Nations Council on Legal Oceanic Studies

• Universal Norms for Coastal and Oceanic Laws

• United Nations Code of Laws for Oceans and Seas

What is the principle of territoriality?

• It gives states authority to govern people within their borders.

• It defines the rights of states over their maritime zones.

• It allows for innocent passage of foreign vessels.

• It is a doctrine related to international waters.

What is the doctrine of innocent passage?

• The right of foreign vessels to pass through territorial sea.

• The principle that states can control their internal waters.

• A rule regarding the use of archipelagic waters.

• A law governing the rights of coastal states.

Can the people resort to revolution against an oppressive or tyrannical government?

• Yes, it is a right.

• No, it is not necessary.

• Only under certain conditions.

• It is always justified.

What is the Doctrine of Auto-Limitation?

• A State may submit to a restriction of its sovereign rights.

• A State cannot limit its sovereignty.

• A State's sovereignty is absolute.

• A State can only limit its rights through war.

What does the principle of separation of Church and State entail?

• The Church should not interfere in political matters.

• The State should control religious practices.

• Church and State should work together.

• The State should promote a specific religion.