Laws on the Political Rights of Women
| The development of the legal status of women under Philippine law is evident in the history of political law. It was only in the 1930s that women were allowed to exercise their right to vote and be elected to a public office. Under the 1987 Constitution, the status of women has changed. The role of women in nation-building is now expressly recognized. It also guarantees equal access to opportunities for public service. The development of laws under this category has also been marked by a conscious effort at giving women a voice, making women participate in decision making and policy making. | |
