Section 6June 10, 1988, Sec./Art. 6

Oath or Affirmation. Members of the Commission shall qualify and assume office by taking the following oath or affirmation.

"I, (name), having been appointed to the position of Member of the Regional Consultative Commission, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will well and faithfully discharge to the best of my ability the duties of my present position to assist Congress in the enactment of an organic act for the Cordilleras that is truly reflective of the ideals and aspirations of the people therein; that I will support and defend the Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines; that I will obey the laws and legal orders promulgated by the duly constituted authorities and maintain true faith and allegiance to the Republic of the Philippines; and that I impose this obligation upon myself voluntarily, without mental reservation or purpose of evasion, so help me God."

Provided, that in case of affirmation, the last sentence may be omitted.