Article 15 Philippine Constitution 1987
Article 15 of the Philippine Constitution 1987 is about The Family. It has 4 sections.
Article 15 Section 1 Philippine Constitution
The State recognizes the Filipino family as the foundation of the nation. Accordingly, it shall strengthen its solidarity and actively promote its total development.
Article 15 Section 2 Philippine Constitution
Marriage, as an inviolable social institution, is the foundation of the family and shall be protected by the State.
See also: Article 14 Philippian Constitution
Article 15 Section 3 Philippine Constitution
The State shall defend:
(1) The right of spouses to found a family in accordance with their religious convictions and the demands of responsible parenthood;
(2) The right of children to assistance, including proper care and nutrition, and special protection from all forms of neglect, abuse, cruelty, exploitation, and other conditions prejudicial to their development;
(3) The right of the family to a family living wage and income; and
(4) The right of families or family associations to participate in the planning and implementation of policies and programs that affect them.
Article 15 Section 4 Philippine Constitution
The family has the duty to care for its elderly members but the State may also do so through just programs of social security.
See also: Article 13 Section 8 Philippine Constitution
