QuestionsQuestions (PROCLAMATION NO. 1066)
The Constitution provides for State patronage of arts and letters, which is cited as the policy basis for recognizing achievements in the arts.
It was created under Proclamation No. 1001 dated April 27, 1972.
It declares Ramon A. Obusan as National Artist for 2006.
He is recognized in the field of Dance.
The Cultural Center of the Philippines and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts.
It is cited as part of the legal authority supporting the declaration under Proclamation No. 1001 and related amendments.
It states that preeminent achievements that enhance the Filipino cultural heritage deserve government recognition in pursuit of preserving and developing Filipino culture and national identity.
Proclamation No. 1144 dated May 15, 1973 is identified as an amendment.
Section 20, Chapter 7, Title I, Book III of Executive Order No. 292 (Administrative Code of 1987).
It was done in the City of Manila on May 23, 2006.
Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo signed it, and Eduardo R. Ermita, the Executive Secretary, countersigned it.
It indicates that the declaration follows the established National Artist system created by Proclamation No. 1001 and its later amendments.
It states that the works and achievements of Ramon A. Obusan reflect preeminent excellence and national genius contributing to the Philippines’ and the world’s artistic heritage.
The proclamation cites it to establish the President’s authority under the cited section for actions such as this declaration.
It legally declares Ramon A. Obusan as National Artist for the specified year (2006).
It underscores that the President’s action is not unilateral; it is based on recommendations from the Cultural Center of the Philippines and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts.