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Which depicts the correct hierarchy of local government officials during the Spanish-era Philippines?
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The Spanish crown ruled the Philippines through the same viceroy that ruled México until Mexico got its independence in 1821. After this event, teh Spanish king decided to establish a governor-general composed of a national form of government with local governments that managed the operations of provinces and towns.
At the top of the hierarchy was the Governor General, followed by the Residencia, then the Visita, followed by the Royal Audience. At the bottom of the Spanish hierarchy was the Provincial government, the municipal government, and the system called the Encomienda.
THe kingdom of Spain ruled the Philippines from 1565 to 1898. Three hundred and thirty-three years of Spanish dominion.
