The Controversial Drug War of 2019
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How many suspects were killed in police operations from July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2019?

  • 27,000
  • 5,526 (correct)
  • Unidentified gunmen
  • Thousands
  • What was the modus operandi for the killings in the government's 'drug war'?

  • Cases that the police do not seriously investigate
  • Police planting weapons near suspects' bodies
  • Killings perpetrated by police officers themselves
  • Police raiding homes to apprehend alleged drug dealers or users (correct)
  • Who documented the police planting weapons near suspects' bodies?

  • Rappler
  • Human Rights Watch (correct)
  • Reuters
  • Philippine National Police
  • According to estimates by domestic human rights groups, what was the estimated death toll in the government's 'drug war'?

    <p>As high as 27,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who perpetrated the vigilante-style killings in the 'drug war'?

    <p>Police officers themselves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which law was enacted to safeguard the well-being of citizens, particularly the youth, from the harmful effects of dangerous drugs?

    <p>Republic Act No. 9165</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is another name for Cannabis?

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

    Which of the following is NOT considered an illegal drug under Republic Act No. 9165?

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

    What is the main purpose of Republic Act No. 9165?

    <p>To enhance the efficacy of the law against dangerous drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the Cannabis plant is considered illegal under Republic Act No. 9165?

    <p>Dried or fresh and flowering tops</p> Signup and view all the answers

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