POLGOV - Local Government

Question 1

The term/concept which refers to the lower tiers or levels of public administration of a certain independent state.

Answer 1

Local Government

Question 2

The territorial and political subdivisions of the Philippines

Answer 2

Local Government

Question 3

These territorial and political subdivisions shall enjoy _____ __________

Answer 3

local autonomy

Question 4

(a) It is hereby declared the policy of the State that the territorial and political subdivisions of the State shall enjoy genuine and meaningful local autonomy to enable them to attain their fullest development as self-reliant communities and make them more effective partners in the attainment of national goals.

Answer 4

Sec. 2. Declaration of Policy.

Question 5

(b) Toward this end, the State shall provide for a more responsive and accountable local government structure instituted through a system of decentralization whereby local government units shall be given more powers, authority, responsibilities, and resources. The process of decentralization shall proceed from the National Government to the local government units.

Answer 5

Sec. 2. Declaration of Policy

Question 6

It is likewise the policy of the State to require all national agencies and offices to conduct periodic consultations with appropriate local government units, nongovernmental and people’s organizations, and other concerned sectors of the community before any project or program is implemented in their respective jurisdictions. (Emphases and underscoring supplied)

Answer 6

Local Autonomy

Question 7

How many regions are there in the Philippines?

Answer 7

17

Question 8

How many provinces are there in the Philipines?

Answer 8

81

Question 9

How many cities are there in the Philippines?

Answer 9

144

Question 10

How many municipalities are there in the Philippines?

Answer 10

1490

Question 11

How many barangays are there in the Philippines?

Answer 11

42,028

Question 12

A sub-national administrative unit comprising of several provinces having more or less homogeneous characteristics, such as ethnic origin of inhabitants, dialect spoken, agricultural products, etc.

Answer 12

Region

Question 13

The largest unit in the political structure of the Philippines. It consists, in varying numbers, of municipalities and, in some cases, of component cities. Its functions and duties in relation to its component cities and municipalities are generally coordinative and supervisory. (SANGGUNIANG PANLALAWIGAN)

Answer 13

Province

Question 14

There are three (3) classes of cities in the Philippines: the highly urbanized, the independent component cities which are independent of the province, and the component cities which are
part of the provinces where thev are located and subiect to their administrative supervision
(SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD)

Answer 14

City

Question 15

It is a subsidiary of the province which consists of a number of barangays within its territorial boundaries, one of which is the seat of government found at the town proper (Poblacion) (SANGGUNIANG BAYAN)

Answer 15

Municipality

Question 16

The smallest political unit into which cities and municipalities in the Philippines are divided. It is the basic unit of the Philippine political system. It consist of less than 1,000 inhabitants residing within the territorial limit of a city or municipality and administered by a set of elective officials headed by barangay chairman (punong barangay.
•SANGGUNIANG BARANGAY
•SANGGUNIANG KABATAAN

Answer 16

Barangay

Question 17

What is the “Criteria for Creation, Merger and Division of Local Government.” for Province?

Answer 17

Land Area: 2,000 sq. km
Population: 250,000
Income: Php 20 million

Question 18

What is the “Criteria for Creation, Merger and Division of Local Government.” for Highly Urbanized City

Answer 18

Land Area: 100 sq. km.
Population: 200,000
Income: 50 million

Question 19

What is the “Criteria for Creation, Merger and Division of Local Government.” for Independent City?

Answer 19

Land Area: 100 sq. km.
Population: 150,000
Income: Php 100 million

Question 20

What is the “Criteria for Creation, Merger and Division of Local Government.” for Component City?

Answer 20

Land area: 100 sq. km.
Population: 150,000
Income: Php 100 million

Question 21

5 Examples of HUCs

Answer 21

Cagayande Oro, Misamis Oriental
Cebu City, Cebu
Davao City, Davao del Sur
Iligan City, Lanao del Norte
Iloilo City, Iloilo

Question 22

5 Examples of ICCs

Answer 22

Cotabato City, Maguindanao
Dagupan, Pangasinan
Naga, Camarines Sur
Ormoc, Leyte
Santiago, Isabela

Question 23

5 Examples of CCs

Answer 23

Alaminos
Antipolo
Bacoor
Bago
Bais

Question 24

Is the first-tier administrative region which possess a power to control a particular section/part/region of the state in terms of its culture and economy

Answer 24

Autonomous Region

Question 25

_______________ ________ exist because it tries to avoid any recourse to violence and abuses, which shall allow other minority groups to preserve their cultural traditions and guarantee them to enjoy their rights, unity, and territorial integrity

Answer 25

autonomous regions

Question 26

Abbreviation of CAR

Answer 26

Cordillera Autonomous Region

Question 27

Abbreviation of BARMM

Answer 27

Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao

Question 28

________________ is the transfer of power and authority from central institution to lower or local levels of a government system.

Answer 28

Decentralization

Question 29

Decentralization generally, refers to the systematic and rational dispersal of ________, ___________ and _______________ from center to the periphery, from top to lower levels, or from national to local government.

Answer 29

power, authority, responsibility

Question 30

Decentralizaiton: - Features: Political & Administrative - Modes: Devolution & Deconcentration

Answer 30

Features & Modes

Question 31

Involves Devolution of Powers

Answer 31

Political

Question 32

Focuses deconcentrating of functions

Answer 32

Administrative

Question 33

Transfer of power for the perforamnce of certain functions from the central authorities to the lower level of government

Answer 33

Devolution

Question 34

Delegating functions from the central government to lower level

Answer 34

Deconcentration

Question 35

Rule V, Article 25 of the Implementing Rules and Regulations of the Local Government Code

Answer 35

Local Government Code: Basic Service & Facilities

Question 36

What are the “Basic Service and Facilities”

Answer 36

1. Agricultural Support System 2. Health & Social Welfare System 3. Hygiene & Sanitation, Beautification, & Solid Waste Management 4. Administration and Maintenance of The Katarungang Pambarangay 5. Maintenance of Barangay Roads and Bridges and Water Supply Systems 6. Infrastructure 7. Information and Reading Center 8. Satellite Public Market

Question 37

- What impacted the improved delivery of basic services such as providing medicines, equipment and other essential supplies in government hospitals. - People will be closer to the government - Improved receptiveness of the government to the people’s needs

Answer 37

Impacts of Decentralization

Question 38

Vice Governor: Sangguniang Panlalawigan

Answer 38

Province

Question 39

Vice Mayor: Sangguniang Panlungsod

Answer 39

City Municipality

Question 40

Pusong Barangay: Sangguniang Barangay

Answer 40

Barangay

Question 41

SK Chairperson: Sanguniang Kabataan

Answer 41

Barangay South

Question 42

Five Key Reforms of SK

Answer 42

1. Age expansion 2. Anti-political dynasty 3. Mandatory and Continuing 4. Financial Independence 5. Creation of Local Youth Development Office (LYDO) 6. Local Youth Development Council (LYDC)

Question 43

18-24 Years old on the day of elections Responsible with funds

Answer 43

Age expansion

Question 44

First time to have an anti-political dynasty (which is pretty cool). Relatives up to the 2nd degree of consanguinity and affinity of incumbent elected officials are not allowed to run

Answer 44

Anti-political Dynasty

Question 45

SK officials must undergo mandatory training programs before they can assume office SK and LYDC should lead “Linggo ng Kabataan” to be held consequent with the International Youth Day every August

Answer 45

Mandatory and Continuing

Question 46

Barangay give 10% to general fund for youth development purposes SK’s budget shall be deposited in the name of SK in a government owned bank

Answer 46

Financial Independence

Question 47

LYDC shall be composed of representatives of youth organizations in the LGU. shall assist the planning and execution of projects and programs of SK. local chief executive may appoint a youth development officer with the rank of at least division chief.

Answer 47

Local Youth Development Council (LYDC)

Question 48

SK, in general shall: Create a federation in city/municipal and provincial level Conduct SK meeting Conduct an annual activity to be known as the Linggo ng Kabataan Promulgate resolution necessary to carry out the objectives of the youth in the barangay Initiate and implement programs, projects to promote welfare, development and empowerment of the youth Ensure timely submission of documentary outputs.

Answer 48

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