Philippine Politics Quiz

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Politics

comes from Greek word polis, meaning “city-state” — the basic unit of political organization in ancient Greece.

Politics

The phenomenon of real world events and decisions, elections, laws, policies, conflicts, etc.

Aristotle (384-322 BC)

He said “Man is by nature a political animal” Politics is the activity through which people organize themselves into communities and pursue the common good

Harold Lasswell (1936)

He said Politics is about “who gets what, when, and how”

David Easton (1953)

He said Politics is the authoritative allocation of value

Traditional, Realistic, Particapatory

Different Views on Politics

Traditional / Idealistic View

Politics is a noble calling, a means of achieving justice, order, and the common good. Politicians serve the public

Realistic / Empirical View

Politics is about power, self interest, and conflict. People and groups compete often selfishly

Participatory View

Politics is everyone’s business. Citizens actively participate.

Political Science

The method of inquiry, the systematic, academic study of Politics using research, analysis, and theory.

1. Political theory

2. International Relations

3. Comparative Politics

4. Public Administration & Policy

PICP

Political Theory studies:

Political Theory

Examines ideas about justice, rights, liberty, and authority

International Relations

How nations interact through trade, treaties, and conflict

Comparative Politics

Compares political systems, and behaviors across countries

Public Administration & Policy

Focuses on how government programs and policies are designed, implemented, and evaluated to serve the public.

1. Affects Educations

2. Protects Rights

3. Shapes The Economy

4. Addresses Social Issues

APSA

Recognizing the Value of Politics:

Politics Affects Education

Government policies determine curriculum, school budgets, the K-12 program, and scholarships like the Free Tuition Law

Politics Protects Rights

The legal protections you enjoy like freedom of speech, due process, equal treatment are upheld through political and legal systems.

Politics Shapes the Economy

Tax policies, minimum wage laws, inflation control, and infrastructure spending

Politics Addresses Social Issues

Responses to poverty, climate change, public health crises, and inequality require political will and collective action.

18 years old

Filipinos can vote at what age?

81 Provinces, each with local governments

The Philippines has how many provinces?

The 1987 Philippines constitution

What is the supreme law the defines our system?

Executive, Legislative, Judicial

The 3 Branches of government that balance power

Government

the formal institution that holds legal authority to make decisions for a society

Governance

the process and practice on how authority is exercised and decisions are made

1. Transparency

2. Accountability

3. Participation

4. Rule of Law

5. Effectiveness

TAPRE

Good Governance: The Gold Standard

Transparency

Information about decisions and processes is open to the public.

Accountability

Leaders and institutions are answerable to the people they serve for.

Participation

Citizens have a voice in the decisions that affect their lives.

Rule of Law

Laws apply equally to everyone, including government officials.

Effectiveness

Institutions deliver services that meet the needs of citizens efficiently.

Democratic and republican framework established by the 1987 Constitution.

The Philippine government operates under what kind of framework?

Power

Fundamentally shapes who governs, how decisions are made, and who benefits from said decisions.

Max Weber

Said that power is the ability to enforce one’s will despite resistance

Robert Dahl

Said that power is the capacity to influence others behaviors or decisions

1. Coercive

2. Legitimate

3. Referent

4. Expert

5. Reward

6. Informational

Types of Power

BARMM (Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) and CAR (Cordillera Administrative Region)

Regional

Coercive Power

Power that relies on force or threat of punishment to ensure compliance

Legitimate Power

Power where authority is granted through legal frameworks and social agreement

Referent Power

Power that comes from charisma, admiration, and respect, rather than formal position

Expert Power

Power based on specialized knowledge and expertise

Reward Power

Power with the ability to provide benefits and resources

Informational Power

Power with control over information flow and access

Political Dynasties

families dominating local and national politics across generations

“utang na loob” creating patron-client relationships that shape voting and policy decisions

Elite Capture

economic elites influencing political processes through their power

1. Informed Voting

2. Political Representation

3. Policy Implementation

4. Civic Participation

(IPPC)

Why Understand Power Matters: