Public Facilities

Question 1

What is considered a fundamental right in relation to public facilities?

Answer 1

Access to water.

Question 2

True or False: The government has no role in providing public water facilities.

Answer 2

False.

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The government is responsible for ensuring __________ access to water for all citizens.

Answer 3

equitable.

Question 4

What role does the government play in public facilities?

Answer 4

Regulation, provision, and maintenance of facilities.

Question 5

Which of the following is an alternative to government-provided water facilities? A) Private wells B) Public reservoirs C) Municipal water supply

Answer 5

A) Private wells.

Question 6

What is a key challenge in providing water as a fundamental right?

Answer 6

Ensuring sustainability and quality of water sources.

Question 7

True or False: Water scarcity is a global issue that affects the right to access clean water.

Answer 7

True.

Question 8

What is the significance of recognizing water as a fundamental right?

Answer 8

It ensures that all individuals can access safe and adequate water.

Question 9

Short answer: Name one international declaration that recognizes the right to water.

Answer 9

The United Nations General Assembly resolution.

Question 10

What does the term ‘public facilities’ refer to?

Answer 10

Services and infrastructure provided by the government for public use.

Question 11

Multiple choice: Which entity is primarily responsible for water supply in urban areas? A) Private companies B) Local government C) Non-profit organizations

Answer 11

B) Local government.

Question 12

Fill in the blank: The principle of __________ emphasizes that access to water is essential for life.

Answer 12

human dignity.

Question 13

True or False: The privatization of water services has no impact on access for low-income communities.

Answer 13

False.

Question 14

What is one potential alternative to government-managed water supply?

Answer 14

Community-managed water systems.

Question 15

What does the term ‘water governance’ refer to?

Answer 15

The political, social, economic, and administrative systems that manage water resources.

Question 16

Short answer: What is a significant consequence of inadequate public water facilities?

Answer 16

Increased health risks and waterborne diseases.

Question 17

Multiple choice: What is a common method of ensuring water quality? A) Filtration B) Chemical dumping C) Over-extraction

Answer 17

A) Filtration.

Question 18

True or False: Only developed countries face challenges in providing access to clean water.

Answer 18

False.

Question 19

What is the role of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in the context of water access?

Answer 19

Advocacy, providing resources, and implementing water projects.

Question 20

Fill in the blank: __________ is a major factor influencing water availability and quality.

Answer 20

Climate change.

Question 21

What is the impact of industrial pollution on public water sources?

Answer 21

Contamination and reduced availability of clean water.

Question 22

Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a factor in water scarcity? A) Population growth B) Urbanization C) Increased rainfall

Answer 22

C) Increased rainfall.

Question 23

What is the importance of community involvement in water management?

Answer 23

It fosters local ownership and sustainable practices.

Question 24

True or False: Water as a fundamental right means that it should be provided free of charge.

Answer 24

False.

Question 25

What is a water footprint?

Answer 25

The total volume of freshwater used to produce the goods and services consumed.

Question 26

Fill in the blank: The concept of __________ emphasizes the right to access water without discrimination.

Answer 26

equity.