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What is the primary focus of RA 10121 in the Philippines?
What is the primary focus of RA 10121 in the Philippines?
- Disaster Relief and Response
- Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (correct)
- Identifying vulnerable communities
- Rehabilitation after disasters
Which organization advises the President of the Philippines on all phases of disasters?
Which organization advises the President of the Philippines on all phases of disasters?
- NDCC
- NDRRMC (correct)
- LGU
- DRRMC
Why was NDCC considered no longer responsive to disaster concerns?
Why was NDCC considered no longer responsive to disaster concerns?
- It did not involve LGUs and Civil Societies
- It lacked resources and funding
- It did not have a comprehensive disaster management framework
- It focused too much on disaster response (correct)
What major shift in priorities does RA 10121 emphasize?
What major shift in priorities does RA 10121 emphasize?
What distinguishes RA 10121 from previous disaster management laws in the Philippines?
What distinguishes RA 10121 from previous disaster management laws in the Philippines?
What is the primary mission of the Office of Civil Defense (OCD)?
What is the primary mission of the Office of Civil Defense (OCD)?
What is NOT a function empowered to the NDRRMC according to the text?
What is NOT a function empowered to the NDRRMC according to the text?
According to RA 10121, which government entities are mandated to form and operate Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) Councils?
According to RA 10121, which government entities are mandated to form and operate Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) Councils?
What is the role of Chief DRRM Officer in the Regional DRRM Council?
What is the role of Chief DRRM Officer in the Regional DRRM Council?
What is the responsibility of LGUs in relation to Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Plan?
What is the responsibility of LGUs in relation to Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Plan?
