Question:

If you were given the chance to move for a certain amendment in the constitution,
which part? And why?

Answer:

The Constitution of the Philippines is the constitution or supreme law of the

Republic of the Philippines.

If given the chance to move for a certain amendment, under the Sports,
SECTION 19. (1) The State shall promote physical education and encourage sports
programs, league competitions, and amateur sports, including training for
international competitions, to foster self-discipline, teamwork, and excellence for the
development of a healthy and alert citizenry. (2) All educational institutions shall
undertake regular sports activities throughout the country in cooperation with athletic
clubs and other sectors.

Sports are a form of physical activity, exercise or play that one engages in for the
sake of entertainment, personal development or competition. Taking part in sports is
beneficial to everyone. It is important for one to ensure that they become actively and
regularly involved at least in one sport to ensure that they are both physically and
mentally fit.

I would like to amend number two (2) which would now be stated as, “All
educational institutions and Local Government Units shall undertake regular sports
activities throughout the country in cooperation with athletic clubs and other sectors.”

The reason why I would like to include the Local Government Unit in the
undertake of regular sports activity is because the government officials or employees
are expected to work cohesively with one another in serving or assessing the needs of
the people. Thus, sports is known to bring people together regardless of their
individual differences. Also, sports help in improving one’s cooperation skills. Most of
the sports activities involve on becoming part of a team which requires one to
cooperate to ensure the success of their team.
 Sports also provide mental and physical therapy and rejuvenate them in these
parameters so that they can be in the best mental and physical position to be
educated. Government officials or employees must also be physically and mentally fit
in performing their duties.

Government work may also, be at times, cause stress to those who work for it.
Again sports help to reduce the levels of stress. They help to deviate away from other
things that may be stressing them and they are able to focus on having fun playing
sport for some time.

Lastly, Sports also help in improving one’s social skills. By playing, one gets to
interact with various people who have different backgrounds. Communication is one
of the important factors to consider in working for the government mainly because you
will get to interact with different people with different characteristics. Being able to
handle or communicate with them well ensures good relationship between the
government and the people.

Sports is a must for all people regardless of age, gender or race. It is a safe space
for all to interact and promote healthy relationships and healthy body and mind.

John Gabrielle Dominique M. Daguio

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