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II. LEGISLATIVE DEPARTMENT - D. Legislative Inquiries and Oversight Functions

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The House of Representatives is conducting an inquiry on alleged irregularities in the procurement process of a government agency. As a legal expert, you have been invited as a resource person to shed light on the legal implications of the said procurement process. During the course of the inquiry, you are confronted with a situation where a witness refuses to answer questions on the grounds of self-incrimination.

Question:

1. What are the legal bases and limitations on legislative inquiries and the powers of the legislature to compel witnesses to testify? Discuss the applicable constitutional provisions and relevant laws in handling the situation where a witness refuses to answer on the grounds of self-incrimination.

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