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1. The 1987 Philippine Constitution was ratified in 19871.

2. The President of the Philippines when the 1987 Constitution was promulgated
was Corazon Aquino1.
3. There are 18 articles in the 1987 Philippine Constitution1.
4. The part of the Constitution that outlines the national territory of the
Philippines is Article I1.
5. The primary language used in the 1987 Philippine Constitution is English1.
6. Article VI of the Constitution pertains to the Legislative branch of
government1.
7. As of my last knowledge update in September 2021, the current President of
the Philippines according to the 1987 Constitution is Rodrigo Duterte1.
8. The term length for a President of the Philippines according to the 1987
Constitution is 6 years1.
9. The declaration of principles and state policies is outlined in Article II of the
Constitution1.
10.The maximum number of consecutive terms a President of the Philippines can
serve according to the 1987 Constitution is 1 term1.
11.The power to declare Martial Law under the 1987 Constitution lies with the
President1.
12.The separation of Church and State is discussed in Article II of the
Constitution1.

14.The national language of the Philippines according to the Constitution is


Filipino1.
15.According to the Constitution, there are 24 senators in the Philippine Senate1.
16.The Bill of Rights is discussed in Article III of the Constitution1.
17.The official name of the Philippines according to the Constitution is the
Republic of the Philippines1.
18.The power to impeach the President according to the 1987 Constitution lies
with the House of Representatives1.
19.The minimum age requirement to become a member of the House of
Representatives according to the Constitution is 25 years old1.
20.The economic policies of the Philippines are discussed in Article XII of the
Constitution1.

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21.As of my last knowledge update in September 2021, the current Vice President
of the Philippines according to the 1987 Constitution is Leni Robredo1.
22.According to the Constitution, the term length for senators in the Philippines is
6 years2.
23.The duties and powers of the President are outlined in Article VII of the
Constitution3.
24.The power to approve or reject appointments made by the President according
to the Constitution lies with the Commission on Appointments4.
25.According to the Constitution, there is no official religion in the Philippines1.
26.The power to declare a state of calamity according to the Constitution lies with
Local government units1.
27.The accountability of public officers is discussed in Article XI of the
Constitution4.
28.The minimum number of Supreme Court justices mandated by the Constitution
is 113.
29.The official currency of the Philippines according to the Constitution is the
Peso1.
30.The territorial and political subdivisions of the Philippines are discussed in
Article X of the Constitution1.

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31.The maximum number of senators a political party can have in the Philippines
according to the Constitution is 312.
32.According to the Constitution, the power to declare a state of rebellion lies with
the President3.
33.The social justice and human rights provisions are outlined in Article XIII of
the Constitution4.
34.The primary duty of the government according to the Constitution is to protect
and serve the people4.
35.The maximum number of justices the Supreme Court can have according to the
Constitution is 155.
36.The power to approve or reject international treaties made by the President
according to the Constitution lies with the Senate6.
37.The principles of local government autonomy are outlined in Article X of the
Constitution4.
38.The official national anthem of the Philippines according to the Constitution is
Lupang Hinirang7.
39.According to the Constitution, amendments to the Constitution can be initiated
by the Congress8.
40.The constitutional commissions such as the Commission on Elections and the
Commission on Audit are outlined in Article IX of the Constitution4.

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41.The official flag of the Philippines according to the Constitution is Blue, white,
and red1.
42.According to the Constitution, the power to interpret the Constitution lies with
the Supreme Court2.
43.The official seal of the President of the Philippines according to the
Constitution is Presidential eagle3.
44.The provisions for the creation of autonomous regions in the Philippines are
outlined in Article X of the Constitution4.
45.According to the Constitution, a senator in the Philippines can serve a
maximum of 2 consecutive terms4.
46.The power to initiate impeachment proceedings according to the Constitution
lies with the House of Representatives5.
47.The provisions for the national economy and patrimony are outlined in Article
XII of the Constitution4.
48.The official coat of arms of the Philippines according to the Constitution is
Three stars and a sun3.
49.According to the Constitution, the power to pardon individuals convicted of
crimes lies with the President3.
50.The provisions for the national language, education, and culture are outlined in
Article XIV of the Constitution4.

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50 key points about the 1987 Philippine Constitution:

1. The 1987 Philippine Constitution was ratified on February 2, 19871.


2. It provides for a presidential, representative, and unitary form of
government1.
3. The Constitution is based on the principles of democracy, social justice, and
human rights1.
4. It consists of a preamble that expounds on the scope and nature of the powers
conferred by the Constitution2.
5. The national territory of the Philippines is outlined in Article I2.
6. The Constitution recognizes the territorial sea, exclusive economic zone
(EEZ), and continental shelf2.
7. It emphasizes human rights and civil liberties, promoting democracy and
preventing abuses of power3.
8. The Constitution establishes independent bodies that promote accountability
and transparency3.
9. It provides for the separation of powers between the different branches of
government3.
10.The Constitution consists of a bill of rights that protects individual freedoms
and liberties1.
11.It recognizes the importance of decentralization and local government
autonomy3.
12.The Constitution outlines the structure and powers of the executive, legislative,
and judicial branches1.
13.It establishes the Office of the President, which serves as the head of state and
government1.
14.The term length for a President of the Philippines is 6 years2.
15.The Constitution outlines the duties and powers of the President in Article VII.
16.It provides for a bicameral legislature consisting of the Senate and House of
Representatives1.
17.There are 24 senators in the Philippine Senate.
18.The term length for senators is 6 years, with a maximum of 2 consecutive
terms.
19.The legislative branch is governed by Article VI of the Constitution2.
20.The Constitution outlines the declaration of principles and state policies in
Article II2.
21.It discusses social justice and human rights provisions in Article XIII.
22.The Constitution recognizes the importance of economic policies in promoting
national development in Article XII.
23.It establishes constitutional commissions such as the Commission on Elections
and the Commission on Audit in Article IX.
24.The Constitution outlines provisions for local government autonomy in Article
X.
25.It discusses accountability of public officers in Article XI.
26.The separation of Church and State is discussed in Article II.
27.The Constitution provides for a system of checks and balances among the
different branches of government3.
28.It establishes an independent judiciary that interprets laws and resolves
disputes1.
29.The Supreme Court is composed of a minimum number of 11 justices, who
serve as final arbiters in legal matters.
30.The Constitution recognizes Filipino citizenship by birth or naturalization1.
31.It guarantees freedom of speech, expression, religion, assembly, and
association1.
32.The Constitution protects against unreasonable searches and seizures, torture,
cruel punishment, and arbitrary arrests or detentions1.
33.It upholds due process rights, including fair trial, equal protection under the
law, and non-discrimination1.
34.The Constitution recognizes property rights but also promotes equitable
distribution of wealth and resources1.
35.It guarantees access to education, health care, social services, and protection for
workers’ rights1.
36.The Constitution provides for mechanisms to amend or revise its provisions
through legislation or a constitutional convention.
37.It recognizes Filipino as the national language but also promotes regional
languages as part of cultural diversity24.
38.The official national anthem is “Lupang Hinirang” [Filipino: “Chosen Land”]
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