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Overview
What is and why do we have a Bill of Rights? What rights are Filipinos entitled to under Article III of the constitution?
Bill of Rights
Fundamental characteristic of a republican system It is a charter of liberties for the individual and a limitation upon the power of the State
Classification of Rights
Natural
Based on ones dignity as a human person
Constitutional
Outlined in a constitutions bill or rights Cannot be repealed through legislation
Statutory
As provided for by law
Civil Rights
Basically refer to rights enjoyed to enable individuals to undertake the everyday business of life
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