Law Summary
Purpose and Occasion of the Holiday
- The holiday is declared in connection with the Feast of Idal Aduha, also known as the Feast of Sacrifice.
- This feast is a significant religious observance for Muslims.
Authority for the Proclamation
- The declaration is made by the President of the Philippines, Ramon Magsaysay.
- The exercise of authority is based on section 30 of the Revised Administrative Code, which empowers the President to declare public holidays.
Formal Execution and Effectivity
- The proclamation was signed and sealed in Manila on July 11, 1955.
- The proclamation makes the specified date a special public holiday only within the enumerated provinces and cities.
Legal and Administrative Impact
- As a special public holiday, government offices and possibly private establishments in the designated areas recognize the day accordingly.
- The observance demonstrates the government's recognition and respect for the religious and cultural practices of the Muslim population in those areas.