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1987 Constitution of the Philippines
Art. 2, Sec. 41987 Constitution, Art. II, Sec. 4
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1987 Constitution of the Philippines
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The prime duty of the Government is to serve and protect the people. The Government may call upon the people to defend the State and, in the fulfillment thereof, all citizens may be required, under conditions provided by law, to render personal, military or civil service.
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