Human Rights and Humanitarian Law Quiz

Questions and Answers

What is declared unlawful in the employment, education, or training environment?

Limitations on maternity leave

Discrimination based on nationality

Unequal pay for equal work

All forms of sexual harassment (correct)

What is the primary responsibility of parents regarding children?

To provide financial support only

To educate them in all subjects

To decide their future careers

To ensure their upbringing and development (correct)

Which of the following is not a right protected by the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP)?

Right to free education (correct)

Right to belong to an indigenous community or nation

Right to self-determination

Right to be free from discrimination

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of violence against children in armed conflict?

Permitting children to fight Signup and view all the answers

What right is associated with the ability to make decisions about one's political, economic, social, and cultural development?

Right to autonomy or self-government Signup and view all the answers

What is a serious violation of international human rights law concerning children?

Sexual violence Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following groups are recognized as having the right to identify themselves as Bangsamoro?

Original inhabitants of Mindanao and the Sulu archipelago Signup and view all the answers

What must happen immediately after the birth of a child according to international norms?

The child must be registered Signup and view all the answers

What significant event in 1986 provided an opportunity for the Philippines to pursue transitional justice?

The end of authoritarian rule Signup and view all the answers

Why are attacks against schools and hospitals considered violations of law?

They provide shelter and care for children. Signup and view all the answers

Which mechanism is not typically part of transitional justice?

Economic sanctions Signup and view all the answers

Which right is fundamentally linked to the concept of cultural identity among indigenous peoples?

Right to belong to an indigenous community Signup and view all the answers

What is the paramount concern when it comes to the system of adoption?

The best interests of the child Signup and view all the answers

What was pledged by President Corazon Aquino related to the Marcos Martial Law Era?

To do justice for human rights violations Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the primary objectives of the agreement related to human rights?

To guarantee protection of human rights to all Filipinos under all circumstances. Signup and view all the answers

What principle prohibits violence to civilians, including children, in armed conflict?

The principle of customary international law Signup and view all the answers

Who is identified as the overall monitoring and oversight body for ensuring the implementation of international humanitarian law?

Philippine Commission on Women (PCW) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following rights is explicitly protected from birth for a child?

Right to a name and nationality Signup and view all the answers

What does Gender and Development (GAD) emphasize according to the content?

Development must be participatory and empowering. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following groups is specifically mentioned as being protected under the objectives of the agreement?

Peasants and poor people Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an objective of the agreement?

To create military roles for vulnerable populations. Signup and view all the answers

What is one aspect of Gender Mainstreaming as described in the content?

It integrates women’s and men’s concerns into processes. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration of the agreement regarding individuals in armed conflict?

Civilians and those not participating in hostilities deserve protection. Signup and view all the answers

What type of reforms does the agreement aim to pave the way for?

Social and political reforms alongside economic ones. Signup and view all the answers

What does ICC/IP stand for?

Indigenous Cultural Communities/Indigenous Peoples Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines ancestral domain?

It comprises lands and resources traditionally owned by ICCs/IPs. Signup and view all the answers

Who are the Bangsamoro people?

A distinct ethnolinguistic group in the Philippines seeking autonomy. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the Presidential Commission on Good Government?

To recover ill-gotten wealth and ensure justice. Signup and view all the answers

What does transitional justice aim to address?

Historical injustices and prevent their recurrence. Signup and view all the answers

Which challenge continues to impact the implementation of transitional justice efforts?

Broader societal issues like inequality and poverty. Signup and view all the answers

Which law is also known as RA 11054?

The Organic Law for the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region Signup and view all the answers

What aspect does 'depoliticizing' the military aim to achieve?

Enhancing accountability and reducing political influence. Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of hours a child under 15 years old is allowed to work in a week?

20 hours Signup and view all the answers

What is prohibited for children under 15 years of age in terms of work hours?

Working between 2000H and 0600H Signup and view all the answers

At what age does a child become exempt from criminal liability automatically?

15 years old Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of a working child's income is allowed to go towards family needs?

20% Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum age at which a child can be held criminally responsible if they acted with discernment?

15 years old Signup and view all the answers

What right is guaranteed to children in conflict with the law regarding punishments?

Right not to be subjected to capital punishment Signup and view all the answers

What must be established for a working child's income to protect their education?

A trust fund Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following principles is NOT applied to children below the age of criminal responsibility?

Sentencing with probation Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Objectives of the Agreement

Guarantee protection of human rights for all Filipinos, especially marginalized groups such as workers, peasants, and the poor.
Affirm and apply international humanitarian law principles to protect civilians and non-combatants during armed conflicts.
Establish mechanisms to monitor, verify, and ensure compliance with the agreement's provisions.
Facilitate comprehensive agreements on economic, social, and political reforms to achieve lasting peace.

Basic Human Rights Protected

Employment rights, particularly against sexual harassment in workplaces and educational institutions.
Rights of indigenous people, encompassing self-identification and recognition within ancestral domains.

Gender and Development (GAD)

Focuses on participatory, empowering, and equitable development processes.
Recognizes women as active agents of development, rather than passive recipients.

Gender Mainstreaming

A strategy that incorporates both women's and men's experiences into all aspects of development planning and policy creation.

Indigenous Peoples and Rights

ICC/IP stands for Indigenous Cultural Communities/Indigenous Peoples, defined by self-identification and communal territory.
Ancestral domain includes lands, waters, and resources held by ICCs/IPs since time immemorial.
RA 8371 is the Indigenous Peoples Rights Act of 1997, affirming these rights.

Transitional Justice

Refers to measures addressing legacies of human rights abuses, particularly after the Marcos Martial Law era.
Institutional reforms post-1986 aimed at restructuring governance and restoring accountability in security sectors.

International Laws Regarding Children

Prohibition of violence against civilians, especially children, is fundamental under international humanitarian law.
Serious violations include sexual violence and attacks on protective civilian institutions like schools and hospitals.

Rights of a Child

Ensured rights include life, registration at birth, knowledge of parents, and protection from separation.
Working children protections stipulate limited working hours and income usage primarily for education.
Minimum age of criminal responsibility is set, with provisions for intervention rather than punishment for younger offenders.

Rights of Persons with Disabilities

Acknowledged under various international and national laws, emphasizing protection from discrimination and the pursuit of equal opportunities.

Bangsamoro People

Identified as the original inhabitants of Mindanao and the Sulu Archipelago, with recognized rights to identity and governance.

Internationally Recognized Rights under UNDRIP

Rights include self-determination, autonomy, nationality, belonging to an indigenous community, and freedom from discrimination.

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Test your knowledge of international humanitarian law and its objectives, particularly concerning various communities within the Philippines. This quiz focuses on the protection of human rights for groups such as fisherfolk, the urban poor, migrant workers, and senior citizens.