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Practice question: Scope of Midnight Appointments

Multiple Choice Easy Jurisprudence

Practice question

Which appointment falls within the express exception stated in Article VII, Section 15?
  1. A permanent executive appointment whenever the nominee is qualified
  2. Any appointment approved by a Cabinet majority
  3. A temporary appointment to any government branch for any reason
  4. Any appointment issued after votes have been canvassed
  5. A temporary executive appointment when continued vacancy would prejudice public service or endanger public safety

Legal references

  • 1987 Constitution, Article VII, Section 15, appointment prohibition and temporary executive exception: https://elibrary.judiciary.gov.ph/thebookshelf/showdocs/3/353

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