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    Article II

    DECLARATION OF PRINCIPLES AND


    STATE POLICIES
    PRINCIPLES

    SECTION 1. The Philippines is a democratic and republican State. Sovereignty


    resides in the people and all government authority emanates from them.
    A republican government is a democratic government by representatives chosen
    by the people at large.
    Section 1 adds the word "democratic" because the government, while essentially
    a republican democracy, embodies some features of a pure democracy such as the
    initiative and referendum.
    Sovereignty implies the supreme authority to govern.

    SEC. 2. 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.
    It is in accordance with the principle in the United Nations Charter binding all members to
    "refrain in their international relations from the threat or use of force against the territorial
    integrity or political independence of any state. x x x."
    SEC. 3. 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.
    SEC. 4. The prime duty of the Government is to serve and protect tile 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.

    SEC. 5. 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.

    SEC. 6: The separation of Church and State shall be inviolable.


    Freedom to believe is absolute

    Freedom to act on ones belief is not absolute.


    SEC. 7. 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.
    Sovereignty is always protected.
    Foreign policy is the basic direction underlying the conduct by a State of its affairs uis-avis those of other States
    SEC. 8. The Philippines, consistent with the national interest, adopts and pursue s
    a policy of freedom from nuclear weapons in its territory.
    SEC. 9. 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.
    SEC. 10. The State shall promote social justice in all phases of national
    development.
    SEC. 11. The State values the dignity of every human person and guarantees full
    respect for human rights.
    SEC. 12. 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.
    No divorcement.
    SEC. 13. The State recognizes the vital role of the youth in Nation building and shall
    promote and protect their physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual, and social wellbeing. It shall inculcate in the youth patriotism and nationalism, and encourage
    their involvement in public and civic affairs.
    SEC. 14. The State recognizes the role of women in nation building, and shall
    ensure the fundamental equality before the law of women and men.
    SEC. 15. The State shall protect and promote the right to health of the people and
    instill health consciousness among them.

    SEC.16. 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.
    SEC. 17. 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.
    SEC. 18. The State affirms labor as a primary social economic force. It shall protect
    the rights of workers and promote their welfare.
    SEC. 19. The State shall develop a self-reliant and independent national economy
    effectively controlled by Filipinos.
    SEC. 20. The State recognizes the indispensable role of the private sector,
    encourages private enterprise, and provides incentives to needed investments.
    SEC. 21. The State shall promote comprehensive rural development
    and agrarian reform.
    SEC. 22. The State recognizes and promotes the rights of indigenous cultural
    communities within the framework of national unity and development.
    SEC. 23. The State shall encourage non-governmental, community-based, or
    sectoral organizations that promote the welfare of the nation.
    SEC. 24. The State recognizes the vital role of communication and information in
    nation-building.
    SEC. 25. The State shall ensure the autonomy of local governments.
    SEC. 26. The State shall guarantee equal access to opportunities for public service,
    and prohibit political dynasties as maybe defined by law.
    SEC. 27. The State shall maintain honesty and integrity in the public service And
    take positive and effective measures against graft and corruption.
    SEC. 28. 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.

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