Sheikh Karimul Makhdum Mosque as National Historical Landmark
Republic Act No. 10573, enacted on May 24, 2013, declares the Sheikh Karimul Makhdum Mosque in Simunul, Tawi-Tawi, as a national historical landmark due to its significance as one of the oldest existing Muslim mosques in the Philippines, built in 1380 A.D. This act emphasizes the state's policy to preserve historical sites that reflect Filipino heritage and culture. The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) is tasked with overseeing the preservation of the mosque and may issue regulations to ensure its conservation. Additionally, the NHCP is authorized to conduct fundraising campaigns to support the mosque's preservation efforts. The act takes effect 15 days after its publication in major newspapers.
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- What is Sheikh Karimul Makhdum Mosque as National Historical Landmark about?
- Republic Act No. 10573, enacted on May 24, 2013, declares the Sheikh Karimul Makhdum Mosque in Simunul, Tawi-Tawi, as a national historical landmark due to its significance as one of the oldest existing Muslim mosques in the Philippines, built in 1380 A.D. This act emphasizes the state's policy to preserve historical sites that reflect Filipino heritage and culture. The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) is tasked with overseeing the preservation of the mosque and may issue regulations to ensure its conservation. Additionally, the NHCP is authorized to conduct fundraising campaigns to support the mosque's preservation efforts. The act takes effect 15 days after its publication in major newspapers.
- What type of law is Republic Act No. 10573?
- Sheikh Karimul Makhdum Mosque as National Historical Landmark (Republic Act No. 10573) is a Philippine Statutes enacted by the Congress of the Philippines.
- When was Sheikh Karimul Makhdum Mosque as National Historical Landmark enacted?
- Sheikh Karimul Makhdum Mosque as National Historical Landmark (Republic Act No. 10573) was enacted on May 24, 2013.
- What is the citation for Sheikh Karimul Makhdum Mosque as National Historical Landmark?
- Sheikh Karimul Makhdum Mosque as National Historical Landmark, Republic Act No. 10573, May 24, 2013 (Philippines)
Law Information
- Reference Number
- Republic Act No. 10573
- Date Enacted
- Category
- Statutes
- Subcategory
- Republic Acts
- Jurisdiction
- Philippines
- Enacting Body
- Congress of the Philippines
Full Law Text
May 24, 2013
REPUBLIC ACT NO. 10573
AN ACT DECLARING THE SHEIKH KARIMUL MAKHDUM MOSQUE, CONSIDERED AS THE SITE OF ONE OF THE OLDEST EXISTING MUSLIM HOUSES OF PRAYER OR MOSQUES IN THE PHILIPPINES, AT TUBIG INDANGAN, SIMUNUL, PROVINCE OF TAWI-TAWI, AS A NATIONAL HISTORICAL LANDMARK AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
SECTION 1. Statement of Policy. — It is hereby declared to be the policy of the State to preserve historical sites, monuments and other relics that represent the Filipino heritage and culture and should therefore be under the protection of the State. aSTECA
SECTION 2. Declaration as National Historical Landmark. — Consistent with the constitutional mandate to conserve, promote and popularize the nation's historical and cultural heritage, the Sheikh Karimul Makhdum Mosque located at Tubig Indangan, Simunul, Province of Tawi-Tawi, which was constructed in 1380 A.D. and considered as one of the oldest Muslim Houses of Prayer or Mosques in the Philippines is hereby declared a national historical landmark to underscore the immense contribution of the Islamic faith to the enrichment, vibrance and diversity of our culture and civilization.
SECTION 3. Power of the National Historical Commission of the Philippines. — For this purpose, the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) shall exercise supervision over the preservation of the aforesaid site and shall issue the necessary rules and regulations to effectuate the preceding sections of this Act.
SECTION 4. Appropriations. — The Chairman of the NHCP shall immediately include in the Commission's program the operationalization of the Sheikh Karimul Makhdum Mosque as a national historical landmark, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
SECTION 5. Fund-Raising Program. — In order to afford the people an opportunity to participate in financing the preservation, reconstruction and/or rehabilitation of the shrine, the NHCP is hereby authorized to organize and undertake a national fund campaign for the purpose of raising funds from private sources.
SECTION 6. Effectivity. — This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its complete publication in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation. AcCTaD
Approved: May 24, 2013.
Cite This Law
Sheikh Karimul Makhdum Mosque as National Historical Landmark, Republic Act No. 10573, May 24, 2013 (Philippines)
Sheikh Karimul Makhdum Mosque as National Historical Landmark, Republic Act No. 10573 (Phil. 2013)
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- Creation of Malacañang Historical CommitteeAdministrative Order No. 342 • Jun 25, 1997 • Presidential Issuances
- Amending P.D. No. 260 As Amended Re: Prohibition Against the Destruction of National LandmarksPresidential Decree No. 1505 • Jun 11, 1978 • Presidential Issuances
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