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THE 1987 CONSTITUTION
OF THE
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES

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.

Section 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.cralaw:red

Section 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.cralaw:red

Section 4. 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.cralaw:red

Section 5. The maintenance of peace and order, the protection of life, liberty, and property, and promotion of the general welfare are essential for the enjoyment by all the people of the blessings of democracy.cralaw:red

Section 6. The separation of Church and State shall be inviolable. 
 

STATE POLICIES

Section 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.

Section 8. The Philippines, consistent with the national interest, adopts and pursues a policy of freedom from nuclear weapons in its territory.cralaw:red

Section 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.cralaw:red

Section 10. The State shall promote social justice in all phases of national development.cralaw:red

Section 11. The State values the dignity of every human person and guarantees full respect for human rights.cralaw:red

Section 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.cralaw:red

Section 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 well-being. It shall inculcate in the youth patriotism and nationalism, and encourage their involvement in public and civic affairs.cralaw:red

Section 14. The State recognizes the role of women in nation-building, and shall ensure the fundamental equality before the law of women and men.cralaw:red

Section 15. The State shall protect and promote the right to health of the people and instill health consciousness among them.cralaw:red

Section 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.cralaw:red

Section 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.cralaw:red

Section 18. The State affirms labor as a primary social economic force. It shall protect the rights of workers and promote their welfare.cralaw:red

Section 19. The State shall develop a self-reliant and independent national economy effectively controlled by Filipinos.cralaw:red

Section 20. The State recognizes the indispensable role of the private sector, encourages private enterprise, and provides incentives to needed investments.cralaw:red

Section 21. The State shall promote comprehensive rural development and agrarian reform.cralaw:red

Section 22. The State recognizes and promotes the rights of indigenous cultural communities within the framework of national unity and development.cralaw:red

Section 23. The State shall encourage non-governmental, community-based, or sectoral organizations that promote the welfare of the nation.cralaw:red

Section 24. The State recognizes the vital role of communication and information in nation-building.cralaw:red

Section 25. The State shall ensure the autonomy of local governments.cralaw:red

Section 26. The State shall guarantee equal access to opportunities for public service and prohibit political dynasties as may be defined by law.cralaw:red


Section 27. The State shall maintain honesty and integrity in the public service and take positive and effective measures against graft and corruption.cralaw:red

Section 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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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  
 
A CommonProvisions  
B The Civil ServiceCommission  
C The Commissionon Elections  
D TheCommission on Audit  
 
ARTICLE X Local Government  chanroblesvirtualawlibrary

General Provisions   
AutonomousRegions  
 
ARTICLE XI  Accountability of Public Officers  
ARTICLE XII National Economy and Patrimony  
ARTICLE XIII  Social Justice and Human Rights  
 
Labor  
Agrarian and Natural Resources Reform  
Urban Land Reform and Housing  
Health  
Women  
Role and Rights of People's Organization  
Human Rights 
 
ARTICLE XIV  Education, Science and Technology, Arts, Culture and Sports  
Arts and Culture 
Language  
Science and Technology  
Sports  

ARTICLE XV    The Family  
ARTICLE XVI   General Provisions  
ARTICLE XVII  Amendments or Revisions  
ARTICLE XVIII Transitory Provisions  
ORDINANCE  
MEMBERS OF THE CONSTITUTIONAL COMMISSION 

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