Philippine Constitution: Rights of Indigenous Peoples and Autonomous Regions

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What is the primary goal of the State's support for autonomous regions?

To impose national laws on ICCs/IPs

To strengthen and support their self-governance (correct)

To limit their economic development

To restrict their cultural practices

What is the significance of ICCs/IPs' justice systems and conflict resolution institutions?

They are incompatible with international human rights

They are replaceable by national laws

They are only applicable to their own communities

They are compatible with national and international laws (correct)

What is the right of ICCs/IPs in relation to decision-making?

To participate fully at all levels, if they so choose (correct)

To be represented by national authorities

To participate only at the local level

To be excluded from decision-making processes

What is the role of customary laws and practices in ICCs/IPs' communities?

They are compatible with national and international laws Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of encouraging other ICCs/IPs to use their own ways of life?

To ensure their compatibility with national and international laws Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of ICCs/IPs' right to maintain their own indigenous political structures?

It is a recognition of their self-governance Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the State in ensuring the participation of ICCs/IPs in policy making?

To give mandatory representation to ICCs/IPs in policy making bodies and local legislative councils Signup and view all the answers

What is the right of ICCs/IPs in determining their development priorities?

To determine and decide their own priorities for development affecting their lives and lands Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of independent ICCs/IPs organizations?

To enable ICCs/IPs to pursue and protect their legitimate and collective interests through peaceful means Signup and view all the answers

In which aspects of development do ICCs/IPs have the right to participate?

In formulation, implementation, and evaluation of policies, plans, and programs for national, regional, and local development Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the State's recognition of ICCs/IPs organizations?

It respects the role of ICCs/IPs organizations in pursuing their legitimate interests Signup and view all the answers

What is the main concern of the Aetas regarding the development project in their ancestral land?

Non-consultation with tribal elders Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Certificate of Ancestral Domain Title (CADT) for the Aetas?

It recognizes their rights as an indigenous people Signup and view all the answers

What is the principle embodied in Section 13 of Chapter IV regarding ICCs/IPs?

Recognition of indigenous peoples' rights Signup and view all the answers

According to Apung Pet, what has the National Commission for Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) failed to do after almost two decades?

Grant the Certificate of Ancestral Domain Title (CADT) to the Aetas Signup and view all the answers

What is the Aetas' ultimate goal in their struggle for recognition and empowerment?

To gain recognition of their rights as an indigenous people Signup and view all the answers

What is the implication of the sign 'Respect the rights of the Aetas' on the dirt road in Capas, Tarlac?

The Aetas are fighting for their rights to be recognized Signup and view all the answers

Philippine Constitution: Rights of Indigenous Peoples and Autonomous Regions

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