Ownership of Resources in the Philippines Constitution
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According to Article XIII of the 1935 Constitution, who can exploit the natural resources of the Philippines?

  • Foreign and Filipino citizens equally
  • Citizens of the Philippines (correct)
  • Foreign corporations
  • Foreign individuals

    • What was the ownership status of natural resources in the Philippines when it gained independence in 1946?

  • Owned by private individuals
  • Owned by foreign entities
  • Owned by the State (correct)
  • Shared ownership between the State and private individuals

    • Which administrative order emphasized that 'all forest' in the Philippines were subjected to private rights?

  • Administrative Order No. 11 (Bureau of Forestry, 1970) (correct)
  • Article XIII of the 1935 Constitution
  • Presidential Decree No. 511
  • Magnuson-Stevens Act

    • Under Presidential Decree No. 511, what was the implication for private rights over forest lands?

    <p>Enhanced protection for private rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage ownership was required for corporations exploiting natural resources according to the 1935 Constitution?

    <p>60%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence if occupants of ancestral lands fail to file an application to perfect their titles within 10 days?

    <p>Their lands will be open for allocation to other deserving applicants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Revised Forestry Code of 1975, what type of land is automatically considered as forest land?

    <p>Land with a slope of 18%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What law regulates the exploration and utilization of mineral resources in the Philippines?

    <p>Republic Act 7942</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required before ancestral lands can be opened for mining operations?

    <p>Prior consent of the indigenous cultural community concerned</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the time period given for occupants of ancestral lands to file an application to perfect their titles?

    <p>10 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are most ancestral people claiming rights to their lands found within areas with a slope of 18% or over?

    <p>These areas are automatically considered forest land</p> Signup and view all the answers

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