How does the creation of an autonomous region become legally effective? The creation of an autonomous region only becomes legally and operationally effective after it is democratically approved by the people. This crucial approval must come in the form of a majority of the valid votes cast by the constituent units in a specially called plebiscite. Importantly, only those specific provinces, cities, and geographic areas that vote favorably will be legally included in the new region. The democratic ratification process for autonomous regions is prescribed in Article X, Section 18, 1987 Philippine Constitution. “The creation of the autonomous region shall be effective when approved by majority of the votes cast by the constituent units in a plebiscite called for the purpose, provided that only provinces, cities, and geographic areas voting favorably in such plebiscite shall be included in the autonomous region.” 06-Mar-26 About Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices
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