Branches of the Government: The Judicial Department Quiz

What is the main duty of the Philippine Judiciary?

• To enforce laws

• To interpret international treaties

• To make laws

• To settle actual controversies involving rights

How many members are there in the Supreme Court of the Philippines?

• 18 members

• 15 members

• 12 members

• 10 members

Who appoints the members of the Supreme Court?

• The Congress

• The Judicial and Bar Council

• The President

• The Commission on Appointments

What is the minimum age requirement for a member of the Supreme Court?

• At least 35 years old

• At least 40 years old

• At least 45 years old

• At least 50 years old

What is the purpose of the Judicial and Bar Council (JBC)?

• To regulate the legal profession

• To oversee the executive branch

• To create new laws

• To recommend appointees to the judiciary

How long does the Supreme Court have to decide or resolve cases or matters filed?

• 18 months

• 12 months

• 24 months

• 6 months

Which of the following agency is not a part of the Judiciary but perform quasi-judicial functions?

• Court of Appeals

• Regional Trial Court

• Sandiganbayan

• Department of Justice

What does the Supreme Court's original jurisdiction refer to?

• Authority to change the venue of trial

• Authority to review final judgments

• Authority to hear a case first

• Authority to appoint officials

What is the Supreme Court's rule-making power related to?

• Taxation policies

• Regulation of business practices

• Protection and enforcement of constitutional rights

• Enforcement of traffic laws

What is the Supreme Court's power of appointments of officials and employees subject to?

• Approval by the Commission on Appointments

• Approval by the Judicial and Bar Council

• Approval by the Congress

• Approval by the President