Article V – Duties and Obligations of Citizens | 1973 Philippine Constitution
Post published:November 17, 2020
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Section 1. It shall be the duty of the citizen to be loyal to the Republic and to honor the Philippine flag, to defend the State and contribute to its development and welfare, to uphold the Constitution and obey the laws, and to cooperate with the duly constituted authorities in the attainment and preservation of a just and orderly society.
Section 2. The rights of the individual impose upon him the correlative duty to exercise them responsibly and with due regard for the rights of others.
Section 3. It shall be the duty of every citizen to engage in gainful work to assure himself and his family a life worthy of human dignity.
Section 4. It shall be the obligation of every citizen qualified to vote to register and cast his vote.