Question & AnswerQ&A (PROCLAMATION NO. 387)
The proclamation declares Alejandro R. Roces as a National Artist of the Philippines for the year 2003.
President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo signed Proclamation No. 387.
The Constitution provides for State patronage of arts and letters, although the specific section is not cited in the text.
Proclamation No. 1001 dated April 27, 1972, created the category known as National Artist.
Proclamation No. 1001, as amended by Proclamation No. 1144 dated May 15, 1973, Presidential Decree No. 208 dated June 7, 1973, and Section 20, Chapter 7, Title I, Book III of Executive Order No. 292 (Administrative Code of 1987) are mentioned.
He was declared National Artist due to his preeminent achievements in literature that enhanced Filipino cultural heritage and contributed to the national genius and artistic heritage of the Philippines and the world.
The recognition aims to preserve and develop Filipino culture and national identity through acknowledging outstanding contributions to the arts.
It signifies an individual officially recognized by the Philippine government for exceptional contributions in the arts that enrich the cultural heritage of the country.
The Republic of the Philippines' seal is affixed to the proclamation.
Alberto G. Romulo signed the proclamation as Executive Secretary.
The Administrative Code of 1987 is found under Executive Order No. 292.