RA 9262: Anti-Violence Against Women Quiz

The penalty for serious injuries is prision mayor.

The penalty for threatening is two degrees lower than that for causing physical harm but not below arresto mayor.

The penalty for attempting to cause physical harm is arresto mayor.

<p>Placing a woman or her child in fear of imminent physical harm refers to actions that threaten their safety without actual harm occurring.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The consequence for causing slight physical harm is arresto mayor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Physical violence includes acts that result in bodily or physical harm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Psychological violence refers to acts or omissions that cause or are likely to cause mental or emotional suffering.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Battered woman syndrome is a pattern of psychological and behavioral symptoms found in women in abusive relationships.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Stalking involves intentionally following or surveilling a woman or her child without lawful justification.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A dating relationship refers to a situation involving parties living together as husband and wife or being romantically involved over time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Economic abuse makes or attempts to make a woman financially dependent on the abuser.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sexual violence specifically refers to acts that are sexual in nature.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A safe place or shelter is an institution or home managed by DSWD or any accredited organization to temporarily receive victims.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Women and children have the right to desist from coerced conduct.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Threatening to deprive custody or access to family is a key action constituting threats.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Depriving or threatening financial support legally due is a form of coercion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It signifies an attempt to control and limit her independence and autonomy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It implies the use of fear to manipulate and control another person's actions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Coercion can involve forcing someone into sexual activity through threat or force.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Such behavior can lead to charges of various levels of imprisonment, including 'prision mayor.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Family serves as both a source of support and a target for coercive control.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Conduct that alarms or causes emotional or psychological distress, such as stalking, harassment, or destroying property.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The maximum penalty period applies, alongside a fine ranging from Php 100,000 to Php 300,000 and mandatory psychological counseling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The offended party, parents or guardians, relatives within the 4th civil degree, social workers, police officers, and concerned citizens can file for protection orders.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Barangay protection order (BPO), Temporary Protection Order (TPO), and Permanent Protection Order (PPO).</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>TPOs and PPOs are enforceable anywhere in the Philippines, and violations can lead to fines or imprisonment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A Temporary Protection Order is effective for 30 days.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Violating a TPO or PPO can result in a fine between Php 5,000 and Php 50,000 and/or imprisonment for 6 months.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Harassment, inflicting mental anguish, and any action that causes public ridicule or humiliation could warrant legal action.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A Protection Order (PPO) is issued by the court to provide legal protection for individuals after a notice and hearing process.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The IAC-VAWC includes the DSWD, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR), and the Department of Justice (DOJ).</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The DOH provides medical assistance to victims of violence against women and children.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Victims are entitled to up to 10 days of paid leave of absence in addition to other paid leaves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They may face a fine of up to Php 10,000 or potential criminal, civil, or administrative liability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Women's empowerment is the provision of opportunities, services, and observance of human rights enabling women to participate in national development.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Discrimination against women refers to gender-based distinctions or exclusions that impair women's rights and opportunities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The provisions will take effect 15 days after being completely published in a newspaper of general circulation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Marginalization refers to the exclusion of whole categories of people from meaningful participation in various aspects of political, economic, social, and cultural life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Small farmers and rural workers, and indigenous peoples are two examples of marginalized groups.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gender equality refers to the equal rights and conditions for men and women, while gender equity involves policies that provide preferential treatment to women to address their disadvantaged positions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gender Mainstreaming ensures that the concerns of both women and men are integral to the design and implementation of policies and programs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Agencies or LGUs must allocate at least 5% of their total budget appropriation to GAD programs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>WEDC refers to victims and survivors of various forms of abuse and exploitation, including trafficking and armed conflict.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It entitles eligible women employees to a special leave benefit of 2 months with full payment following gynecological surgeries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The goal of GAD initiatives is to achieve gender equality through participatory, equitable, and sustainable development processes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Philippine Commission on Women (PCW) is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the Act.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Self-employed individuals are one type of worker in the informal economy.</p> Signup and view all the answers