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The Philippines is a republic with a presidential form of government. Thus, the

power is equally divided among its three branches: executive, legislative, and judicial.
Each branch has a set of specific functions and responsibilities and their interactions are
governed by the principles of separation of powers and checks and balances.
The executive branch is often the most visible face of the government in our
everyday lives as citizens. The President and his officials are the “frontliners” in
addressing the many problems of our country.

As Filipino citizens, it is important for us to know and

understand the role of the executive branch for us to get
an idea on how national laws and agenda are applied to
our local communities. This will help us identify our roles in taking part in the
various programs of the government and in complying with the state policies.
As we are familiarized with the roles and powers of the executive branch, we
help ourselves determine effective and good governance which can serve as
our basis in making responsible decisions when choosing the leaders of our
country.

This module will help you gain a deeper understanding of the roles and
responsibilities of the executive branch of our government. It also gives discussions on
the powers vested in the executive branch, as well as the scope and limits of Presidential
authority. There are various guided and enrichment activities that will help you deepen
your knowledge and understanding of the key concepts and ideas that you will gain from
the module.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
LEARNING 1. Discuss the roles and powers of the
members of the Executive Branch.
COMPETENCY:
2. Analyze how the Executive Branch
Analyze the roles and exercise their powers and
powers of the responsibilities.
executive branch 3. Suggest ways on how these powers
of the government. could be used for good governance.
 Read the following statement carefully. On the space provided, write
the word FACT if the information is correct and write FAKE if the
information in the sentence is wrong.

_______ 1. The president is both the head of the state and the head of the government.
_______ 2. The vice president has the same qualifications as the Senate President.
_______ 3. The main job of the president is to create laws.
_______ 4. The president can appoint ambassadors even without the consent of the Senate.
_______ 5. The president may declare martial law but only in such extreme cases
such as war or threats to national safety.
_______ 6. The vice president also acts as the commander-in-chief of the armed forces.
_______ 7. The vice president may concurrently assume a cabinet position
assigned by the president.
_______ 8. The number of cabinet secretaries varies from time to time depending on the
need of an administration.

The president, as the highest official of the country, is entitled to a large set of
powers and responsibilities. Match the powers of the president under Column A to its
corresponding description under Column B.

COLUMN A COLUMN B
1. Ordinance Power a. powers over non-Filipinos in the
2. Veto Power Philippines
3. Power of control b. power to designate officials in the
over the executive branch government as provided by laws
4. Power of Appointment c. the authority to issue Executive
5. Power over Aliens orders and other pronouncements
6. Power of general supervision d. mandate to supervise local
governments in the Philippines
e. the mandate of control over the
executive departments, bureaus, and
offices.
f. power to reject a bill proposed by a
legislature

FAST FACTS:
In order for an individual to become elected as President, he or she must meet the
following qualifications mandatedlesson,
In your previous by theyou
1987 Constitution:
were (1) must
also introduced be Presidents
to the a natural-born
of the
Filipino Philippines
Citizen; (2)throughout
must be a registered voter; (3) must be literate; (4) must be at least
our history. Can you recognize the presidents in the pictures? 40
years oldDobyyou
the day of the elections; and (5) must have lived in the Philippines for
still remember their contributions? Complete the table by supplying the no less
than 10 correct
years before the day of the election.
information.

GALLERY OF PRESIDENTS
Write the president’s name and tell something about his/her presidency.
 ACTIVITY
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In the recent months, we were threatened by the
COVID-19 pandemic. Because of the dangers brought by
the disease, the government strictly enforced community
quarantine. In effect, many people were not able to earn
a living and thus, were also threatened by hunger and
poverty.
 How did the government respond to
the problems brought about by the COVID-19 Manila Standard (March 16, 2020)

pandemic? List down all the programs or measures enacted by the government to help and
protect the people during these pandemic days.
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The problems brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic in the country

affected every Filipino. According to Article II, Sec. 4 of the 1987 Constitution, the prime
duty of the Government is to serve and protect the people. Thus, to address the challenges
brought by the pandemic, the government, led by our president enacted programs and
measures to help the people in these difficult times. During these times, we witnessed how the
executive department oversaw the formulation and execution of programs for the country and
the people.

The executive branch, which includes the President of the Republic, the Vice
President, the Cabinet, and related agencies and offices, is tasked with the execution of the
laws of the state, as well as creating and implementing government policies and programs.
The President, as the head of the executive branch and the highest official in the country, is
assisted by his Cabinet in ensuring that government policies and projects respond to the needs
of the citizens.
The President serves as both the head of the state and the head of the government. As
head of state, he or she is recognized as the representative of the country in international
affairs and is respected and recognized as a leader of the state. As head of the government,
the president takes on the main responsibilities of governance and perform several functions.

The President is tasked with the responsibility of leading the country and overseeing
the local government units. He also acts as the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of
the Philippines. In addition, the President is also tasked with the approval or rejection of the
bills legislated by the Congress. He is also responsible in the appointment of the Chief
Justices of the Supreme Court. Other tasks of the President provided by the law include the
approval and awarding of National Artists and National Scientists, and the inauguration of
businesses which may affect the local economy.

POWERS OF THE PRESIDENT

The President is also entitled to a large set of powers

outlined in the Constitution and in Executive Order No. 292 or the
Administrative Code of 1987. These includes:
 Power of control over the executive branch- The President has the control over all the
 The Vice President is the second highest government position. According to the
constitution, the vice president may concurrently assume a cabinet position should the
President offer or assign him or her one. Aside from the cabinet post, the vice president is
mandated to assume the presidency in case of the death, disability, or resignation of the
incumbent President. Thus, the qualifications for vice president is the same as the president’s.
Also, like the President, the Vice President is elected by direct vote by the people for a term
of six years. But unlike the President, he/she may run for reelection once.
The Cabinet of the Philippines is another important part of the Executive Branch. It
is composed of executive departments that deal with the various aspects of governance and
address specific national issues. These various departments are headed by cabinet secretaries
who are appointed by the president, subject to the approval of the Congress. The number of
cabinet secretaries varies from time to time depending on the need of an administration.
According to the Administrative Code of 1987, the President of the Philippines may create or
dissolve any department as he sees fit.
 ENRICHMEN
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This editorial cartoon was posted in the
Facebook page of Editorial Cartooning PH –
ECPH last May 26, 2017 when the government
faced the issue of Martial Law extension in
Mindanao during the Marawi Crisis. Study the
editorial cartoon and write your observation and
interpretation in the box below.

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The various powers of the President are subject to limitations prescribed by the
Constitution. For example, the President’s term is limited to six years, without any
reelection. Also, the other government branches ensure a system of checks and balances on
the powers and action of the executive branch. For instance, the President is mandated to
obtain consent from Congress before approving international treaties, granting pardons and
amnesties and appointing Cabinet Members and other officials. Although the President has
the power to declare Martial Law, the Constitution states that this must be
done only during extreme circumstances such as war or other threats to national
safety. The President may also be removed from office through impeachment when he is
found guilty of violation of the Constitution and high crimes such as bribery, treason, graft
and corruption.

Complete the concept map below by supplying the needed information.

Roles/Duties
 Officials
Executive Branch

How does the Executive Branch fulfill their duties in these difficult
times? On the table below, write examples of how each of the
following officials execute their roles and responsibilities during these
pandemic days.

OFFICIAL HOW THEY FULFILLED THEIR DUTIES

DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC

Pres. Rodrigo R. Duterte

Vice President
Leni G. Robredo

Health Secretary
Francisco T. Duque III

Education Secretary
Leonor M. Briones

DSWD Secretary Rolando

D. Bautista

Do you know the meaning of the ACRONYMS of the different

departments which serve as members of the Cabinet? Complete the table
by writing the meaning of the acronyms.
DILG
________________________ DOE
________________________ Department of Energy

DND DSWD
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DOT DOJ
Department of Tourism Department of Justice

DFA
DA
Department of Foreign
Department of Agriculture
Affairs
DepEd
________________________ DOF
________________________ Department of Finance

DOLE DTI
________________________ ________________________
________________________ ________________________

DAR
DOH ________________________
Department of Health ________________________

DENR DPWH
Department of Environment ________________________
and Natural Resources ________________________

DBM
Department of Budget and DOTr
Management Department of Transportation

DOST
________________________ NEDA
________________________ National Economic and
Development Authority
DICT What is the role of the Cabinet in
________________________ Governance?
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Identify what power of the President is exercised in the following

situation.
 1. President Duterte signed Executive Order 114, s.2020 creating the Balik Probinsya,
Bagong Pag-asa Council, which will provide overall direction in the implementation of
the program and ensure compliance of government agencies involved (GMA News
Online, May 6, 2020).
Answer: ____________________________________________

2. Sister Maria Ollivetti was a nun who oversees an orphanage in Pampanga. After years of
stay in the Philippines, she decided that she wanted to live here for good. Since she’s an
Italian national, she made a petition to the government. After due process, the President
granted her petition and change her status from non-immigrant to permanent resident
status.
Answer: ____________________________________________

3. President Rodrigo Duterte has named PLTGEN Archie Gamboa as the new chief of the
Philippine National Police (PNP) after the retirement of police chief Oscar Albayalde.
Answer: ____________________________________________

Read the following news article then answer the questions that
follow.

Duterte forms committee to draw up evacuation plans of OFWs in Middle East

“President Duterte likewise tasked Secretary Roy Cimatu, his Special Envoy to the Middle
MANILA, Philippines—President Rodrigo Duterte has formed a special committee to draw
East prior to the latter’s appointment at the Department of Environment and Natural
up an emergency evacuation plan of Filipinos in the Middle East should the rising tension
Resources (DENR), to fly to the Middle East immediately to establish coordination with the
between the United States and Iran escalate into a war.
host countries and lay the groundwork for the evacuation,” Panelo noted.
Presidential spokesman Salvador Panelo said that Duterte issued the directive during Monday
In addition,
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the safety of millions of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in the region.messages of the President of
the Philippines to the Iranian and Iraqi Governments on the safety of the Filipinos working in
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in the course of the ongoing conflicts.” Security Adviser, as well as the Secretaries of the
Department of Foreign Affairs and the Department of Transportation, Panelo said in a
In a speech
statement in Malacañang
Tuesday morning. Monday afternoon, Duterte asked Congress to convene for a
special session to discuss the tension in the Middle East. He also asked Finance Secretary
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Duterte then directed the appropriate government agencies to prepare for contingencies to
absorb displaced workers to government projects upon their return to the country.

Using the news as your reference, answer the following questions.

1. What problem or issue is faced by the OFWs in the Middle East?
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2. How did the Executive Branch address this problem?
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3. As the head of the Executive Branch, how did the President mobilize the other members
to address the issue?
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4. What roles and powers of the Executive Branch is performed by the President as he
addressed the issue faced by the OFWs in the Middle East? Cite examples from the news
that will support your answer.
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A famous line from the movie Spiderman says, “With great power comes great
responsibility”. The President is vested with great power and he/she must use this power to
fulfill his role and responsibilities as the highest leader of the state. How do you think the
President should use the powers vested on him/her? Write down the powers of the
President and suggest ways on how they could use them to fulfill their roles and
responsibilities.

Powers of the President Your Suggestions

 If you were the President, how will you use your power to fulfill your
duties and responsibilities? Select one power of the President and write down
how you will utilize it to carry out your duty to the nation and to the people.

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REFLECTION
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Now that you learned the roles and powers of the Executive Branch of the
government, you can now envision the ideal qualities of a president.
If you were to choose a President, what kind of president would you vote for? As a
powerful official, what are the qualities that would make him/her a great leader of our
country? Write a short essay that would describe the qualities of your ideal president.

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 If you were to suggest a new department in the executive cabinet, what
would it be? Why do you think it is needed? What would be its functions and
responsibilities?

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ASSESSMENT
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A. Identify the following.
___________________ 1. The process by which the President may be removed from office.
___________________ 2. Aside from the Constitution, the powers of the President are outlined
in this issuance.
___________________ 3. It is composed of executive departments that deal with the various
aspects of governance and address specific national issues.
___________________ 4. The power of supervision over local governments is traditionally done
by this executive department.
___________________ 5. The executive issuance defined as the acts of the President which
relate to particular aspects of governmental operations in pursuance
of his duties as the administrative head.

B. Choose the letter of the correct answer.

_______ 1. The main job of the Executive Branch is to

a. make laws
b. carry out the laws
c. choose Cabinet members
d. make treaties with other countries
_______ 2. Which of the following is not a power of the President?
a. to oversee the executive departments, bureaus, and offices
b. to appoint ambassadors with consent of the Senate
c. to act as commander in chief of the armed forces
 d. to choose the president of the Senate
_______ 3. The President can be removed from office for
a. vetoing a bill
b. committing treason.
c. making an unpopular speech.
d. breaking a promise to the people who elected him.
_______ 4. The __________ appoints Cabinet members _______________.
a. President; with Congress approval
b. President; with people’s approval
c. Senate; with President's approval
d. President; without Congress approval
_______ 5. The main role of the Cabinet is
a. assist the President in implementing projects for the state
b. report the government’s accomplishments
c. serve as the President’s spokespersons
d. outline new laws to be implemented

C. Read the following article then answer the questions that follow.

PRRD gives gov’t agencies one week to send OFWs in MM back home

President Rodrigo Roa Duterte has ordered the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration
(OWWA), the Department of Labor and Employment and the Department of Health to ensure
that some 24,000 repatriated overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), who are currently awaiting
results of their RT-PCR tests for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), would be sent home
within the week.

Presidential Spokesperson Secretary Harry Roque Jr., on Monday, May 25, underscored the
President’s directive to fast-track the process of sending the repatriated OFWs to their home
provinces and to their families as soon as they test negative for COVID-19.

“Sang-ayon po sa Presidente, binibigyan nya ng awtoridad ang lahat ng mga opisyales ng

mga departamentong ito na gamitin po ang lahat ng resources ng ating gobyerno para
masiguradong makauwi ngayong linggo ang ating mga kababayan,” said Secretary Roque.

The Palace official added that if private or commercial buses, ships and airplanes would not
be enough to bring home the OFWs, the President has ordered the use of the ships and
airplanes of the Armed Forces of the Philippines for this purpose.
“Sabi rin po ng ating Presidente, kinakailangan palawakin po ang kakayahan ng ating mga
probinsya na magkaroon ng PCR test para sa ganoon po, yung mga susunod na darating na
OFW ay dun na po sa kani-kanilang mga probinsya magku-quarantine at dun na po sila
magpapa-PCR test,” Roque said.
In the same media briefing, the Spokesperson also gave updates on the recent resolutions of
the Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF). Resolution Number 38 of the IATF approved
amendments, revisions and/or clarifications to the Omnibus Guidelines on the
Implementation of Community Quarantine in the Philippines.
Presidential Communications Operations Office
News Release, May 25, 2020
 1. How did the President fulfill his duty as the head of the government? (5pts)
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2. What powers were exercised by the President as he addressed the issue? Cite concrete
examples from the article to support your answer. (5 pts)

Power Exercised Example from the Article

REFERENCE
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1987 Philippine Constitution, Article VII
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ANSWER
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FACT OR POWER I GOT THE ASSESSMENT
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1. FACT 1. C 1. Ordinance A. B.
2. FAKE 2. F Power 1. Impeachment 1. B
3. FAKE 3. E 2. Power Over 2. Executive Order 292 or 2. D
4. FAKE 4. B Aliens Administrative Code of 3. B
5. FACT 5. A 3. Power of 1987 4. A
6. FAKE 6. D Appointment 3. Cabinet 5. A
7. FACT 4. Department of Interior
8. FACT and Local Government or
DILG
5. Administrative Order

Prepared by:
MA. AIZA S.P. SANTOS
SHS Teacher III
Salapungan National High School
Candaba, Pampanga