RA 8491, Water Sanitation, and National Security Flashcards

Vocabulary flashcards covering the Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines (RA 8491), Water Sanitation and Conservation, and National and International Security Concerns.

Republic Act No. 8491

Also known as the Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines, enacted on February 12, 1998, establishing proper use, display, and respect for national symbols.

Philippine National Flag

A national symbol consisting of blue, white, and red fields, an eight-rayed golden-yellow sun, and three five-pointed stars.

Flag Orientation in Peace

The display of the Philippine flag where the blue field is on top.

Flag Orientation in War

The display of the Philippine flag where the red field is on top.

Flag Disposal

The practice of ceremonially burning a worn-out flag to prevent misuse or desecration.

Flag Ceremony Schedule

The required schedule under RA 8491 conducting the flag-raising ceremony on Monday morning and the flag-lowering ceremony on Friday afternoon.

Lupang Hinirang

The National Anthem of the Philippines, which must be performed according to the prescribed musical arrangement with fervor and respect.

National Motto

The Philippine motto: 'MAKA-DIYOS, MAKA-TAO, MAKAKALIKASAN AT MAKA-BANSA.'

Water Sanitation

Methods and systems used to treat, protect, and properly manage water to ensure it is clean, safe, and suitable for drinking and domestic use.

Water Conservation

The responsible and efficient use of water to avoid unnecessary waste and preserve water resources for future generations.

WASH

A disaster preparedness component focused on safe Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene.

National Security

The capacity of a nation to protect its sovereignty, territorial integrity, citizens, institutions, and national interests against various threats.

International Security

Cooperation among nations and international organizations to prevent or manage threats that affect more than one country.

Territorial Security

The protection of a country's land territory, territorial waters, and airspace against illegal intrusion and armed threats.

Internal Security

Addressing threats within a country, such as terrorism, violent extremism, organized crime, and insurgency.

Economic Security

Maintaining economic stability and protecting against unemployment, supply chain disruptions, and attacks on critical industries.

Cybersecurity

The protection of internet-connected digital systems, databases, and critical networks from cyberattacks.

Terrorism

The use of violence or the threat of violence to create fear and pressure governments or communities.

Transnational Organized Crime

Crimes that cross national borders, such as human trafficking, drug trafficking, smuggling, and money laundering.

Misinformation

False or inaccurate information that is spread without necessarily having the intention to deceive.

Disinformation

Deliberately false or misleading information spread to influence, deceive, or cause harm.