Philippine Local Government Quiz

What are the main divisions of the Philippines as defined by Article X?

• Provinces, cities, municipalities, and barangays

• Districts, towns, cities, and counties

• Regions, provinces, municipalities, and barangays

• Cities, municipalities, barangays, and zones

How can a new province be created in the Philippines?

• By Presidential decree

• By a law passed by Congress and a plebiscite

• By a local government resolution

• By a national referendum

What must happen for an existing municipality to be converted into a city?

• A Presidential approval

• Congressional approval and a plebiscite

• A local government council vote

• A national referendum

Which body has the authority to change the boundaries of a province?

• The President

• The national Congress

• The local municipal council

• The Supreme Court

What is required for an autonomous region to be created?

• Approval from the Supreme Court

• A national plebiscite

• Congressional approval and a plebiscite in the region

• A local government council decision

What is the extent of control that local government units (LGUs) have over their own affairs?

• Complete control over all national policies

• Control over local matters while complying with national laws

• Control only over administrative functions

• Control over international relations

Can the national government dictate how a local government unit (LGU) should spend its budget?

• Yes, if it involves national priorities

• No, LGUs have autonomy over their budget allocations

• Yes, but only during emergencies

• No, unless it is for national infrastructure projects

Which entity ensures that LGUs comply with national policies while maintaining local autonomy?

• The local city council

• The Supreme Court

• The President's general supervision

• The national Congress

What happens if an LGU's policies conflict with national laws?

• The LGU must revise its policies to comply with national laws

• The national government will intervene directly

• The LGU can continue with its policies as long as they are locally accepted

• The Supreme Court will issue a ruling

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of an LGU?

• Implementing national health policies

• Managing local infrastructure projects

• Enforcing local ordinances

• Regulating international trade