The notary public in government service shall not be compelled to administer oaths or take acknowledgments in nongovernmental matters.

• A. Yes
• B. No
• C. Only with permission
• D. They shall not be compelled to administer oaths or take acknowledgments in nongovernmental matters.

Answer: (D)

The main idea is that a notary public who serves in the government has protection against being forced to perform notarial acts for private, nongovernmental matters. This rule says they shall not be compelled to administer oaths or take acknowledgments in nongovernmental matters, which preserves their official duties from private pressure and reduces potential conflicts of interest. The wording emphasizes protection from coercion rather than granting a blanket prohibition on performing such acts. While a notary in government service might choose to assist in nongovernmental matters voluntarily, they cannot be forced to do so. The other options would imply they can be compelled, or that permission is needed, which contradicts the stated protection.