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Article 2 Philippine Constitution 1987: Declaration of Principles and State Policies

Preamble ARTICLE I National Territory ARTICLE II Declaration of Principles and State Policies ARTICLE III Bill of Rights ARTICLE IV Citizenship ARTICLE V Suffrage ARTICLE VI Legislative Department ARTICLE VII Executive Department ARTICLE VIII Judicial Department ARTICLE IX Constitutional Commissions ARTICLE X Local Government ARTICLE XI Accountability of Public Officers ARTICLE XII National Economy and Patrimony ARTICLE XIII Social Justice and Human Rights ARTICLE XIV Education, Science and Technology, Arts, Culture and Sports ARTICLE XV The Family ARTICLE XVI General Provisions ARTICLE XVII Amendments or Revisions ARTICLE XVIII Transitory Provisions

Article 2 Philippine Constitution 1987

Table of Contents

Article 2 of the Philippine Constitution 1987 is about Declaration of Principles and State Policies. It has 28 sections.

Principles

Section 1 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The Philippines is a democratic and republican State. Sovereignty resides in the people and all government authority emanates from them.

Section 2 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The Philippines renounces war as an instrument of national policy, adopts the generally accepted principles of international law as part of the law of the land and adheres to the policy of peace, equality, justice, freedom, cooperation, and amity with all nations.

Section 3 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

Civilian authority is, at all times, supreme over the military. The Armed Forces of the Philippines is the protector of the people and the State. Its goal is to secure the sovereignty of the State and the integrity of the national territory.

Section 4 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The prime duty of the Government is to serve and protect the people. The Government may call upon the people to defend the State and, in the fulfillment thereof, all citizens may be required, under conditions provided by law, to render personal military or civil service.

Section 5 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The maintenance of peace and order, the protection of life, liberty, and property, and the promotion of the general welfare are essential for the enjoyment by all the people of the blessings of democracy.

Section 6 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The separation of Church and State shall be inviolable.

State Policies

Section 7 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The State shall pursue an independent foreign policy. In its relations with other states the paramount consideration shall be national sovereignty, territorial integrity, national interest, and the right to self-determination.

Section 8 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The Philippines, consistent with the national interest, adopts and pursues a policy of freedom from nuclear weapons in its territory.

Section 9 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The State shall promote a just and dynamic social order that will ensure the prosperity and independence of the nation and free the people from poverty through policies that provide adequate social services, promote full employment, a rising standard of living, and an improved quality of life for all.

Section 10 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The State shall promote social justice in all phases of national development.

Section 11 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The State values the dignity of every human person and guarantees full respect for human rights.

Section 12 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The State recognizes the sanctity of family life and shall protect and strengthen the family as a basic autonomous social institution. It shall equally protect the life of the mother and the life of the unborn from conception. The natural and primary right and duty of parents in the rearing of the youth for civic efficiency and the development of moral character shall receive the support of the Government.

Section 13 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The State recognizes the vital role of the youth in nation-building and shall promote and protect their physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual, and social well-being. It shall inculcate in the youth patriotism and nationalism, and encourage their involvement in public and civic affairs.

Section 14 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The State recognizes the role of women in nation-building, and shall ensure the fundamental equality before the law of women and men.

Section 15 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The State shall protect and promote the right to health of the people and instill health consciousness among them.

Section 16 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The State shall protect and advance the right of the people to a balanced and healthful ecology in accord with the rhythm and harmony of nature.

Section 17 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The State shall give priority to education, science and technology, arts, culture, and sports to foster patriotism and nationalism, accelerate social progress, and promote total human liberation and development.

Section 18 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The State affirms labor as a primary social economic force. It shall protect the rights of workers and promote their welfare.

Section 19 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The State shall develop a self-reliant and independent national economy effectively controlled by Filipinos.

Section 20 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The State recognizes the indispensable role of the private sector, encourages private enterprise, and provides incentives to needed investments.

Section 21 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The State shall promote comprehensive rural development and agrarian reform.

Section 22 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The State recognizes and promotes the rights of indigenous cultural communities within the framework of national unity and development.

Section 23 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The State shall encourage non-governmental, community-based, or sectoral organizations that promote the welfare of the nation.

Section 24 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The State recognizes the vital role of communication and information in nation-building.

Section 25 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The State shall ensure the autonomy of local governments.

Section 26 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The State shall guarantee equal access to opportunities for public service, and prohibit political dynasties as may be defined by law.

Section 27 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

The State shall maintain honesty and integrity in the public service and take positive and effective measures against graft and corruption.

Section 28 Article 2 Philippine Constitution

Subject to reasonable conditions prescribed by law, the State adopts and implements a policy of full public disclosure of all its transactions involving public interest.