ETHNOLINGUISTIC GROUPS

THE NATIONAL
FLAG LAW
(Republic Act 8491)
 In 1973 Constitution of the
Republic Act of the
Philippines
•Article 5 Section 1
1.) It shall be the duty to be loyal to the
Republic.
2.) To love and defend the country
3.) To contribute to the development and
welfare of the State
4.) To uphold the constitution and obey the
laws
5.) To cooperate with duly constituted
authorities
 Article 5 Section 2
• The rights of the individual impose
upon him correlative duty to exercise
them responsibly and with due regards
for the rights of others.
 Article 5 Section 3
• It shall be duty of every citizen to
engage in gainful work to assure himself
and his family a life worthy of human
dignity.
 Article 5 Section 4
• It shall be the obligation of every
citizen, qualified to vote, to register,
and cast his vote.
 The Republic Act 8491
FLAG AND HERALDIC CODE OF THE
PHILIPPINES
• National Flag
• Anthem
• Motto
• Coat of Arms
• Other Heraldic Items and Devices of the Philippines
The Reverence of Philippine
Flag
 The flag shall be
permanently hoisted, day
and night throughout the
year, in front of the
following:
 1.) Malacanang Palace
2.) Congress of the Philippine building
3.) Supreme Court Building
4.) Rizal Monument in Luneta, Manila
5.) Aguinaldo Shrine in Kawit, Cavite
6.) Barasoain Shrine in Malolos, Bulacan
7.) Tomb of the Unknown Soldier,
Libingan ng mga Bayani
8.) Musoleo de los Beteranos dela Revolucion
9.) All International Ports of Entry
10.) All other places as may be designated by the
National Historical Institute
 The flag shall also be
displayed in private
buildings and residences in
front of the said building
every:
 • April 9 ( Araw ng Kagitingan)
• May 1 (Labor Day)
• May 28 ( National Flag Day)
• June 12 (Independence Day)
• August 30 ( National Heroes Day)
• November 30 (Bonifacio Day)
• December 30 (Rizal Day)
The flag may be displayed
PROHIBITED ACTS ON PHILIPPINE
FLAG
NATIONAL ANTHEM
 Lupang Hinirang
Arrange and compose by: Julian Felipe
 National Motto

• Makadiyos
• Makatao
• Makakalikasan
• Makabansa
NATIONAL COAT OF ARMS
THANK YOU!