Philippine Bar review · Question

Practice question: Power to Determine President’s Inability to Discharge Duties

Essay Medium Jurisprudence

Practice question

A congressional conference committee unanimously declares the President unable to discharge duties in a proper Section 11 dispute. Neither House separately makes the prescribed determination. The committee says unanimity is stronger than any constitutional fraction. Assess the argument.

Legal references

  • 1987 Constitution: https://elibrary.judiciary.gov.ph/thebookshelf/showdocs/3/353 Article VII, Section 11.

Answer this question in flashcards to review your response and continue practicing.