29 Questions
What is the primary purpose of public intervention in relation to the basic functions of government?
To provide the basis for rational collective action
What is a limitation of planning in addressing organizational and social problems?
Uncertainty about the relationship between cause and effect
What is the main characteristic of community aspirations?
Characterized by wants developed out of a participatory goal process
What is an example of a contextual limit that may affect planning?
Characteristics of the political system
What is the main purpose of addressing community needs in planning?
To derive from forecasts of population, economic, and environmental changes
What is the main difference between intrinsic and contextual limits?
Intrinsic limits are set by uncertainty, ignorance, and instability, while contextual limits are set by the characteristics of the political system
What is the primary focus of Substantive Rationality?
Defining correct end states or goals
What is the second step in Edward Banfield's 5-Step Rational Planning Model?
Design of courses of action
What is the primary distinction made by Edward Banfield's 5-Step Rational Planning Model?
Between individual and collective rationality
What is the alternative phrase used to describe Edward Banfield's 5-Step Rational Planning Model?
Desires, Design, Deduction, Decision, and Deeds
What is the focus of Karl Mannheim's concept of a 'democratically society'?
The need for a balanced approach to social reconstruction
According to the 1987 Constitution, what is delegated to the national government?
Powers and responsibilities for national governance
What is the purpose of zoning in planning?
To regulate the use of land for public welfare
What is the concept that allows the government to take private property for public use?
Eminent Domain
What is the purpose of the Indigenous People Rights Act (RA 8371)?
To recognize and protect IP rights
What is the role of the Local Government Unit (LGU) as a body politic?
To manage its territorial jurisdiction for and on behalf of the government
What is the purpose of the Local Government Code, Section 15?
To delegate powers and responsibilities to LGUs
What is the main critique of Rational-Comprehensive Planning Model (RCPM) by Radical Planners?
It separates doing planning from the socio-economic and political environment within which planning takes place.
Who is the main proponent of Advocacy Planning?
Paul Davidoff
What is the main goal of Radical Planning?
To promote equality, participation, and legitimacy in planning
What is a criticism of Advocacy Planning?
It raises expectations among the poor that cannot be met
What is a key characteristic of Radical Planning?
It emphasizes the importance of personal growth and cooperative spirit
What is a limitation of Radical Planning?
It lacks a clear road map for doing planning
What is a characteristic of planning according to the Planning Realities Theory?
It involves various kinds of situations.
What is a challenge that arises in planning due to the environment in which organizations operate?
Uncertainties associated with the environment
What is a reflection of organizational realities in planning or policy analysis?
Theories of planning reflect organizational opportunities and power dynamics
What is a role of planning and policy analysis in organizations?
To provide a framework for problem-solving activities
How does knowledge of technology impact on planning?
It enables reliable statements about the consequences of different decisions
What is a common problem in planning and policy analysis?
Lack of information reaching decision makers
Test your understanding of public policy and its role in addressing matters of public interest. This quiz covers the basics of public intervention, sectoral concerns, and the limits of public policy. Evaluate your knowledge of planning approaches and general goals in public policy.
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