The Water Code of the Philippines Quiz
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According to the Water Code of the Philippines, who owns all waters?

  • Individual landowners
  • The National Water Resources Council
  • The State (correct)
  • Administrative concessionaires

    • What is the main objective of the Water Code of the Philippines?

  • To achieve the optimum development and rational utilization of water resources (correct)
  • To grant administrative concession for water use
  • To establish the rights of individual landowners over water resources
  • To identify administrative agencies for land development

    • Under the Water Code, what is the extent of the rights and obligations of water users and owners?

  • Rights subject to acquisitive prescription and minimal obligations
  • Defined rights and obligations including protection and regulation (correct)
  • Limited rights and extensive obligations
  • Unrestricted rights and minimal obligations

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

    <p>The National Water Resources Council</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of the National Water Resources Board (NWRB) in the Philippines?

    <p>Policy-making, regulatory, and quasi-judicial functions in the water sector</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Water Code of the Philippines aim to achieve?

    <p>Securing Philippine waters and maximizing their usage for the benefit of the Filipino people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the 1987 Constitution of the Philippines define as part of the national territory?

    <p>Islands, waters, and other territories over which the Philippines has sovereignty or jurisdiction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How far does the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea recognize sovereignty from the shore?

    <p>Up to 12 nautical miles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Water Code of the Philippines address regarding ownership of bodies of water on private land?

    <p>Facilitating planning for property owners and developers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Water Code, what is included in the definition of 'waters'?

    <p>Water under and above the ground, in the atmosphere, and within the Philippines' territorial jurisdiction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Regalian Doctrine reserve ownership of for the State?

    <p>Natural resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Water Code, which waters belong to the State?

    <p>Rivers, lakes, and groundwaters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does water contribute to the Philippine economy?

    <p>Significantly to the marine and agricultural sectors, contributing to economic stability and livelihoods</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

    Under what circumstances does the State have the authority to declare certain waters exempt from appropriation?

    <p>For public policy reasons, restricting their use for specific purposes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is empowered to declare flood control areas and develop floodplain management plans according to the Water Code of the Philippines?

    <p>The Secretary of Public Works, Transportation, and Communications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Water Code of the Philippines prohibit without permission in designated areas?

    <p>Cultivation of riverbeds, sand bars, and tidal flats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can designate watersheds and bodies of water as protected areas according to the Water Code of the Philippines?

    <p>The Department of Natural Resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is defined as water pollution according to the Water Code of the Philippines?

    <p>The degradation of water quality beyond certain standards set by the National Pollution Control Commission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the penalties outlined in the Water Code of the Philippines for violations?

    <p>Fines and the suspension or cancellation of water permits or entitlements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the fines imposed by the Water Code of the Philippines for certain violations?

    <p>Up to One Thousand Pesos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Water Code of the Philippines regulate and protect?

    <p>Water resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is required to consult with the Department of Health and the Council for the impounding of water in ponds or reservoirs according to the Water Code of the Philippines?

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

    What does the Water Code of the Philippines mandate for the release of water?

    <p>Minimum stream flow</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To regulate and protect water resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the penalties applicable for according to the Water Code of the Philippines?

    <p>Unauthorized water use, illegal leasing or selling of water rights, and malicious destruction of hydraulic works or structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Water Code of the Philippines prohibit without approval from the National Pollution Control Commission?

    <p>Construction of structures releasing harmful substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can apply for water permits in the Philippines?

    <p>Only citizens of legal age and qualified juridical persons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is prohibited for any person or government entity without a water permit?

    <p>Water appropriation with a document</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what conditions can water contained in private canals, aqueducts, or reservoirs be used?

    <p>For domestic or watering purposes under specific conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is allowed for non-human consumption purposes, with strict health and safety considerations for public consumption?

    <p>Reuse of wastewater</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a priority in the construction and operation of hydraulic works according to the Water Code of the Philippines?

    <p>Preservation of scenic places and historical relics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be considered in the preference for water resource development according to the Water Code of the Philippines?

    <p>Development costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for activities such as the construction of dams, development of hot springs, and recreational use of water bodies?

    <p>Approval from the Council</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main consideration for the measure and limit of water appropriation according to the Water Code of the Philippines?

    <p>Beneficial use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can water permittees do within a watercourse for the purpose stated in the permit, according to the Water Code of the Philippines?

    <p>Divert water within the watercourse subject to certain conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can water rights holders do with prior approval from the Council, according to the Water Code of the Philippines?

    <p>Lease or transfer water rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the exceptions to securing a water permit, as mentioned in the Water Code of the Philippines?

    <p>Hand-carried water appropriation only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main consideration for water usage according to the Water Code of the Philippines?

    <p>Beneficial use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Salient Features of the Water Code of the Philippines

    • Water may only be used for a different purpose with prior approval from the Council, ensuring it does not prejudice other permittees or require increased volume.
    • Water appropriation without a water permit, evidenced by a document, is prohibited for any person or government entity.
    • There are exceptions to securing a water permit, including hand-carried water appropriation and certain domestic or farm uses.
    • Only citizens of legal age and qualified juridical persons can apply for water permits.
    • Water rights can be leased or transferred with prior approval from the Council.
    • The measure and limit of water appropriation must serve beneficial use, utilizing the right amount of water needed for its intended benefits.
    • Preference in water resource development considers state security, multiple use, beneficial and adverse effects, and development costs.
    • Water contained in private canals, aqueducts, or reservoirs can be used for domestic or watering purposes under specific conditions.
    • Water permittees can divert water within a watercourse for the purpose stated in the permit, subject to certain conditions.
    • Reuse of wastewater is allowed for non-human consumption purposes, with strict health and safety considerations for public consumption.
    • Preservation of scenic places and historical relics is a priority in the construction and operation of hydraulic works.
    • Various permits are required for activities such as the construction of dams, development of hot springs, recreational use of water bodies, and inducing rainfall.

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    Discover the key provisions of the Water Code of the Philippines with this quiz. Test your knowledge on water appropriation, permits, beneficial use, and environmental considerations outlined in the code.

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