Bioprospecting Proposal Regulations Quiz

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What is required before proceeding with a bioprospecting proposal?

Involvement of a foreign entity

Consultation with local institutions

Approval from the Secretary

Prior informed consent from indigenous peoples (correct)

When should the Secretary act on a research proposal in relation to the requirements submission?

Within a reasonable period (correct)

After consultation with foreign entities

Within an unreasonable period

Immediately upon submission

What is necessary if the applicant for a bioprospecting activity is a foreign entity?

Active involvement of a local institution in research and collection (correct)

Local institution involvement in technological development only

No involvement of local institutions required

Approval from concerned bodies

What is required for scientific research on wildlife not intended for commercial purposes?

Undertaking/agreement and gratuitous permit from the Secretary or authorized representative Signup and view all the answers

What is needed before issuance of a gratuitous permit for scientific research on wildlife?

Clearance from concerned bodies Signup and view all the answers

For what purpose is biosafety addressed in the provided text?

To ensure safety in scientific research on wildlife Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for reviewing activities related to genetic engineering and potentially harmful organisms in the Philippines?

The Secretary of Environment Signup and view all the answers

What is required for activities involving introduction, field release, and breeding of potentially harmful organisms in the Philippines?

Review in accordance with biosafety guidelines Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition can commercial breeding of wildlife resources be allowed?

Only progenies of wildlife raised and unproductive parent stock are utilized for trade Signup and view all the answers

What is required for commercial breeding operations for wildlife in certain cases?

Subject to an environmental impact study Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for establishing a list of economically-important species in the Philippines?

The Secretary of Environment Signup and view all the answers

When is the collection of certain species allowed according to the text?

When population assessments show viability and recovery potential Signup and view all the answers

What clearance is required before introducing exotic species into the country?

Clearance from the Secretary or authorized representative Signup and view all the answers

In what areas are exotic species prohibited from being introduced?

Protected areas under Republic Act No. 7586 and critical habitats under Section 25 Signup and view all the answers

What is required before engaging in bioprospecting activity?

Prior informed consent from indigenous cultural communities, local communities, or management board Signup and view all the answers

What should the proponent stipulate in the undertaking for bioprospecting activity?

Scope of the bioprospecting activity in layman's language Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of the area does the environmental impact study focus on when introducing species?

Bioecology, socioeconomic, and related aspects Signup and view all the answers

Who must grant necessary approval before engaging in bioprospecting activity?

The Secretary or authorized representative after obtaining consent Signup and view all the answers

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