MC Philippine Water Code Quiz

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According to the Water Code of the Philippines, who has the ownership of all waters?

The State (correct)

Foreign corporations

Private individuals

Local government units

What is the extent of the rights and obligations of water users and owners according to the Water Code?

Rights determined by international agreements

Unrestricted rights for water users

Rights determined by local authorities

Defined by the Code, including protection and regulation (correct)

According to the Water Code, who enforces the regulations outlined in the Code?

Foreign entities

Private organizations

Local community leaders

Administrative agencies identified in the Code (correct)

What is the underlying principle regarding the use or development of waters according to the Water Code?

The State may allow the use or development of waters by administrative concession Signup and view all the answers

Who can apply for water permits according to PD 1067?

Filipino citizens, legal age, and qualified juridical persons Signup and view all the answers

What activities do not require a water permit under PD 1067?

Hand-carried water appropriation and bathing/washing Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can water rights be leased or transferred?

With council approval after due notice and hearing Signup and view all the answers

What should be the measure and limit of water appropriation according to PD 1067?

For beneficial use Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered in preference for water resource development according to PD 1067?

State security, multiple use, beneficial effects, adverse effects, and costs Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions can water from private canals, aqueducts, or reservoirs be used for domestic or plant watering?

Unless it causes loss or injury to the owner Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for conveying water in watercourses for the permitted purpose and recapturing it at another point according to PD 1067?

Water permittees can convey water in watercourses for the permitted purpose and recapture it at another point Signup and view all the answers

What is the limitation on the reuse of wastewater according to PD 1067?

Limited to non-human consumption uses until it is proven safe for public health and safety Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered in the construction and operation of hydraulic works according to PD 1067?

Preserving scenic places and historical relics Signup and view all the answers

For which activities are permits required according to PD 1067?

Construction of dams, development of hot springs, and inducing or restraining rainfall Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for violations of the Water Code of the Philippines?

Suspension or cancellation of water permits, as well as fines of up to One Thousand Pesos Signup and view all the answers

Who has the authority over the drilling of wells and the exploitation of subterranean or ground water resources?

The Department of Natural Resources Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of water pollution according to the Water Code?

The degradation of water quality beyond a certain standard set by the National Pollution Control Commission Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances may the impounding of water in ponds or reservoirs be prohibited?

If it poses a danger to public health Signup and view all the answers

Who has the power to declare flood control areas and establish guidelines for managing floodplain management plans?

The Secretary of Public Works, Transportation, and Communications Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of illegal water diversion and destruction of hydraulic works?

Fines of up to Three Thousand Pesos Signup and view all the answers

What is the government authorized to construct in declared flood control areas?

Flood control structures Signup and view all the answers

What is required for the cultivation of riverbeds, sand bars, and tidal flats?

Prior permission and non-obstruction of water flow or increase in flood levels Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of operators of reservoirs?

Release water for minimum stream flow and comply with regulations for proper operation and maintenance Signup and view all the answers

What can the Department of Natural Resources designate as protected areas?

Watersheds and bodies of water Signup and view all the answers

What does the Water Code prohibit regarding the construction of structures?

Releasing harmful substances into water sources without prior approval Signup and view all the answers

What is the aim of the Water Code of the Philippines?

To regulate and protect water resources, prescribing penalties for violations and empowering government agencies to manage flood control and water pollution Signup and view all the answers

According to the Water Code of the Philippines, who holds policy-making, regulatory, and quasi-judicial responsibilities in the water sector?

National Water Resources Board (NWRB) Signup and view all the answers

What does the Regalian Doctrine reserve ownership of, as recognized in the Philippine constitution?

Minerals and natural resources Signup and view all the answers

What does the Water Code of the Philippines allow appropriation and use of water for?

Domestic, municipal, irrigation, power generation, fisheries, livestock raising, industrial, and recreational purposes Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the national territory according to the 1987 Constitution of the Philippines?

Islands, waters, terrestrial, fluvial, and aerial domains, and internal waters Signup and view all the answers

What principle does the NWRB ensure the best exploitation, utilization, development, conservation, and protection of the nation’s water resources in line with?

Integrated Water Resource Management principles Signup and view all the answers

What does the Water Code define waters to include?

Waters under the ground, above the ground, in the atmosphere, and within the territorial jurisdiction of the Philippines Signup and view all the answers

What does the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea recognize regarding a country’s sovereignty over bodies of water?

Sovereignty up to 12 nautical miles from the shore Signup and view all the answers

What sectors significantly contribute to the Philippine economy, relying on bodies of water?

Marine and agricultural sectors Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances may the State declare waters exempt from appropriation for any or all purposes?

Due to public policy reasons Signup and view all the answers

Who reserves ownership of rivers, natural beds, surface waters, atmospheric water, subterranean waters, seawater, and certain waters found on private lands, as recognized in the Water Code?

The State Signup and view all the answers

What does the State rely on bodies of water for, due to the country's archipelagic nature?

Agricultural and industrial development Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Salient Features of PD 1067 or The Water Code of the Philippines

Water appropriated for a specific purpose needs council approval for a new use without prejudicing other permittees or increasing water volume.
No person, including government entities, can appropriate water without a water permit.
Certain activities like hand-carried water appropriation and bathing/washing do not require a water permit.
Only Filipino citizens, legal age, and qualified juridical persons can apply for water permits.
Water rights can be leased or transferred with council approval after due notice and hearing.
The measure and limit of water appropriation should be for beneficial use.
Preference in water resource development considers state security, multiple use, beneficial effects, adverse effects, and costs.
Water from private canals, aqueducts, or reservoirs can be used for domestic or plant watering unless it causes loss or injury to the owner.
Water permittees can convey water in watercourses for the permitted purpose and recapture it at another point.
Reuse of wastewater should be limited to non-human consumption uses until it is proven safe for public health and safety.
Construction and operation of hydraulic works should consider preserving scenic places and historical relics.
Permits are required for various activities including construction of dams, development of hot springs, and inducing or restraining rainfall.

Water Code of the Philippines and the National Water Resources Board (NWRB)

The National Water Resources Board (NWRB) holds policy-making, regulatory, and quasi-judicial responsibilities in the Philippines' water sector.
The NWRB ensures the best exploitation, utilization, development, conservation, and protection of the nation’s water resources in line with Integrated Water Resource Management principles.
The Water Code of the Philippines is designed to secure Philippine waters and maximize their usage for the benefit of the Filipino people.
Under the 1987 Constitution, the national territory includes islands, waters, terrestrial, fluvial, and aerial domains, and internal waters, with sovereignty recognized up to 12 nautical miles from the shore.
The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea recognizes sovereignty up to 12 nautical miles from the shore, with exceptions regarding a country’s sovereignty over bodies of water.
The Water Code discusses ownership of bodies of water found on private land, facilitating planning for property owners and developers in the presence of bodies of water.
The Water Code defines waters to include those under the ground, above the ground, in the atmosphere, and within the territorial jurisdiction of the Philippines.
The Regalian Doctrine reserves ownership of minerals and natural resources for the State, as recognized in the Philippine constitution.
The State owns rivers, natural beds, surface waters, atmospheric water, subterranean waters, seawater, and certain waters found on private lands.
The Water Code allows appropriation and use of water for domestic, municipal, irrigation, power generation, fisheries, livestock raising, industrial, and recreational purposes.
The marine and agricultural sectors significantly contribute to the Philippine economy, relying on bodies of water, which form a large part of the country due to its archipelagic nature.
The State may declare waters exempt from appropriation for any or all purposes due to public policy reasons.

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"Philippine Water Code (PD 1067) Quiz: Test Your Knowledge!" Test your understanding of the Water Code of the Philippines and the National Water Resources Board (NWRB) with this quiz. From water appropriation rules to the roles of the NWRB, this quiz covers essential aspects of water resource management in the Philippines.