Philippine Food and Drug Acts Quiz
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Which act is specifically aimed at prohibiting counterfeit drugs?

  • REPUBLIC ACT No. 3720
  • REPUBLIC ACT No. 7394
  • REPUBLIC ACT No. 6675
  • REPUBLIC ACT No. 8203 (correct)

    • What is the primary purpose of redistributive policies?

  • To create new welfare services for all segments of society
  • To ensure equal distribution of wealth
  • To rearrange policies for fundamental social and economic changes (correct)
  • To limit the resources allocated to public goods

    • Which stage in policy formulation involves addressing the problem by media action?

  • Policy Adoption
  • Policy Formulation
  • Implementation
  • Agenda Setting (correct)

    • Which act is focused on the rights of consumers?

    <p>REPUBLIC ACT No. 7394</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do empirical approaches to policy analysis primarily focus on?

    <p>Exploring the factual existence of policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following acts is associated with investment funds?

    <p>REPUBLIC ACT No. 11954</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Law?

    <p>To distribute land to landless farmers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage in policy formulation is characterized by the formal adoption of policy by legislators?

    <p>Policy Adoption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary focus of the Maragtas Code?

    <p>Penalties for laziness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which punishment is included in the Kalantiaw Code for murderers?

    <p>Death penalty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the role of the Governor-General in local governance?

    <p>To represent the Crown in provinces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following cities was established first in the Philippines?

    <p>Cebu</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an ayuntamiento?

    <p>A city council</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the Royal Audiencia during the Spanish colonial period?

    <p>It served as the Supreme Court</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which position was held by the highest-ranking Filipino politician in a pueblo?

    <p>Gobernadorcillo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year did Datu Sumaktel create the Maragtas Code?

    <p>1250</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does group theory primarily emphasize in the context of political life?

    <p>Interaction and struggle among groups.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way does group theory suggest public policy is formed?

    <p>As a product of group struggle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the concept of 'access' in group theory?

    <p>The opportunity for groups to influence government decisions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group is least likely to be effectively represented in group theory according to critics?

    <p>The poor and disadvantaged.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of elite theory compared to group theory?

    <p>It asserts that certain groups dominate the political agenda.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What outcome does group struggle typically lead to, according to group theory?

    <p>Constant influence shifts among interest groups.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does group theory view the role of individuals in the political sphere?

    <p>Individuals express their preferences through groups.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which assertion about access in group theory is correct?

    <p>Access is a privilege only for elite groups.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main goal of the Republic established by Andres Bonifacio?

    <p>To establish a free and independent Philippine Republic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the duration of the constitution for the Biak-na-Bato Republic?

    <p>Two years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which act was designed to divide the support of the people against fighters of the Americans?

    <p>The Brigandage Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which law prohibited any form of persuasion towards achieving independence?

    <p>The Sedition Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event occurred on June 12, 1898?

    <p>The proclamation of Philippine Independence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following laws was passed by the U.S. Congress for the independence of the Philippines?

    <p>The Jones Law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under the Dictatorial Government, what was the role of the Congress established by Gen. Aguinaldo?

    <p>To serve as an advisory and ministerial body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which law explicitly prohibited the public display of the Philippine flag?

    <p>The Flag Law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary feature of decentralization in the Philippine government?

    <p>It transfers planning and decision-making to local authorities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which branch of government does NOT belong to the local governance structure in the Philippines?

    <p>Constitutional</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a limitation faced by local governments in the Philippines?

    <p>Rule of law and distribution of government powers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a unitary government like the Philippines, who holds the general power over state affairs?

    <p>The national government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following does NOT typically result from decentralized governance?

    <p>Direct government oversight at local levels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main role of local government units (LGUs) in the Philippines?

    <p>Providing local public services.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which document serves as the fundamental basis for laws in the Philippines?

    <p>The Philippine Constitution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of distribution does decentralized governance facilitate in local governments?

    <p>Horizontal and vertical distribution of powers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Republic Acts

    • Republic Act No. 3720 regulates foods, drugs, medical devices, and cosmetics.
    • Republic Act No. 6675, known as the Generics Act, promotes generic drugs.
    • Republic Act No. 8203 prohibits counterfeit drugs.
    • Republic Act No. 7394, the Consumers Act, protects consumer rights.
    • Republic Act No. 9208 addresses human trafficking through the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of 2003.

    Redistributive Policies

    • Redistributive policies aim to reallocate resources for social and economic equity.
    • Public goods and services are disproportionately shared, emphasizing streamlined redistribution.
    • Republic Act No. 6657 establishes the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Law.

    Stages of Public Policy

    • Agenda Setting: Involves identifying government issues, with media playing a critical role.
    • Policy Formulation: Legislators discuss and address identified problems.
    • Implementation/Policy Adoption: Policies are adopted and put into action, often leading to new demands.

    Policy Analysis Approaches

    • Empirical Approach: Focuses on factual existence and predictability of policies.
    • Valuative Approach: Centers on the values related to public obligations and stakeholder involvements.

    Group Theory

    • Group theory emphasizes interaction among social groups as crucial to political life.
    • Political interest groups claim influence through governmental institutions.
    • Power dynamics among groups affect public policy, which mirrors the interests of dominant groups.

    Elite Theory

    • Focuses on the influence of elites within political and economic hierarchies.
    • Political agendas are often set by elite groups who hold decision-making access.

    Historical Codes

    • Maragtas Code: First written law in the Philippines, dated 1250.
    • Kalantiaw Code: Established by Datu Kalantiaw in 1433, includes severe penalties for crimes.

    Government Structure During the Spanish Period

    • Local government comprised Alcaldia (Spanish authority recognition) and Corregimiento (regulated populations).
    • Cities like Cebu (established 1565) and Manila (established 1571) were operational under city councils called ayuntamiento.
    • The Governor-General held ultimate authority, overseeing local governance.

    The Philippine Revolution

    • Andres Bonifacio led a movement for an independent Philippines, culminating in the establishment of a republic on January 23, 1899.
    • The Biak-na-Bato Republic, declared by Emilio Aguinaldo, expressed the nation's aim for independence from Spanish rule.

    Laws Under American Period

    • Major laws promoting Philippine independence included the Cooper Law, Jones Law, Hare-Hawes-Cutting Law, and Tydings-McDuffie Law.

    Philippine Government

    • Defined as a constitutional democracy with the President as the head of state.
    • Governed by three branches: Executive, Legislative, and Judicial.

    Philippine Constitution

    • Serves as the fundamental legal framework, supported by various laws governing civil, labor, and investment codes.

    Local Governance

    • In a unitary government framework, the central government holds authority over all state affairs.
    • Local Government Units (LGUs) operate under executive, legislative, and judicial branches.
    • LGUs are responsible for local public service provision while still adhering to centralized government laws and directives.

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