Reviewer for her - Local Government Units (LGUs) (PPG Subj)

What are LGUs?

Political subdivisions with fiscal, legislative, and executive authority

What is the lowest level of territorial organization?

Barangay

Why are LGUs important to citizens?

Their actions directly affect daily life more than national government

What does the Constitution guarantee about LGUs?

Autonomy and promotion of self-reliance

What is Article X Section 3 about?

Congress must enact a Local Government Code for decentralization

What is local governance?

Management of political, economic, and administrative affairs of the state

What is local autonomy?

Self-governing capacity of LGUs

What is decentralization?

Transfer of powers from national to local government.

Who supervises LGUs?

The President, through the DILG.

Name the 4 levels of LGUs.

Provinces, Cities, Municipalities, Barangays.

What functions can the national government delegate to LGUs?

Tax collection, law enforcement, and local services.

How do LGUs help communities?

By delivering services, enforcing laws, and fostering development.