Law Summary
Commemoration Purpose
- The holiday commemorates the eightieth birthday of the late President Manuel L. Quezon.
- It aims to provide the Filipino people a full opportunity to pay homage to his memory.
Dual Significance of the Date
- August 19 is also recognized as Citizenship Day according to Proclamation No. 331 dated August 4, 1952.
- The holiday thus serves both to honor President Quezon and to emphasize the importance of citizenship.
Encouragement of Civic Participation
- The proclamation enjoins the observance of the holiday with appropriate ceremonies.
- These ceremonies are intended to inculcate the rights and duties of good citizenship, particularly among the youth.
- The goal is to inspire dedication to the ideals and traditions of the Republic of the Philippines.
Legal Authority and Formalities
- The proclamation is issued under the authority of the President as granted by Section 30 of the Revised Administrative Code.
- It is formally signed by President Carlos P. Garcia and executed by Executive Secretary Juan C. Pajo.
- The document bears the seal of the Republic of the Philippines, affirming its official status.