Question & AnswerQ&A (PROCLAMATION NO. 283)
Proclamation No. 283 declares the period from May 1, 2012, to April 30, 2013, as the Centennial Year of National Artist for Music, Felipe Padilla de Leon.
The Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines provides for the patronage of arts and letters by the State, supporting such declarations.
Felipe Padilla de Leon is recognized for his preeminent achievements that enhanced the cultural heritage of the Filipino people and reflects national genius contributing to the heritage of the Philippines and the world.
The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) were designated as the lead agencies for the celebration.
Proclamation No. 283 was signed on November 8, 2011.
The National Artist category was created under Proclamation No. 1001, series of 1972.
The purpose is to recognize and acknowledge the artist's contributions in preserving and developing Filipino culture and national identity.
The President of the Philippines, by virtue of constitutional and legal powers, has the authority to declare Centennial Years.
Yes, the proclamation enjoins the NCCA and CCP to coordinate with other government agencies for the celebration.