Statutes: CTP-CDs Flashcards
What is the definition of a constitution?
The basic principles and laws of a nation, state, or social group that determine the powers and duties of the government and guarantee certain rights to the people in it.
What is the role of the constitution in agroforestry in the Philippines?
Agroforestry is legally framed by constitutional provisions, laws, and policies.
Name key legislation that governs agroforestry in the Philippines.
- Presidential Decree No. 705 (Forestry Reform Code)
- Republic Act No. 6239 (Forestry Profession Law)
- Executive Order No. 263 (Community-Based Forest Management)
What does Section 16, Article II of the 1987 Constitution state?
The State shall protect and advance the right of the people to a balanced and healthful ecology in accord with the rhythm and harmony of nature.
What is the purpose of Executive Order No. 192 (1987)?
To reorganize the DEENR and define the structure and functions of its various offices and agencies.
What are the objectives of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)?
- Assure the availability and sustainability of natural resources
- Increase productivity of natural resources
- Enhance contribution of natural resources to national development
- Promote equitable access to natural resources
- Conserve specific terrestrial and marine areas
Define treaties in the context of international law.
A binding formal agreement that establishes obligations between two or more subjects of international law.
What is DENR Administrative Order No. 2005-25 about?
It provides guidelines for the implementation of the Upland Agroforestry Program (UAfP) pursuant to constitutional provisions.
How many sections does the Upland Agroforestry Program (UAfP) consist of?
18 sections.
What is jurisprudence?
The body of law derived from judicial decisions rather than statutes or constitutions.
What is the role of Supreme Court decisions in jurisprudence?
Only decisions of the Supreme Court establish precedential jurisprudence.
True or False: Jurisprudence is also known as common law.
True.
What does the court order concerning illegal activities in forest zones include?
- Stop converting forest zones into vegetable farms
- Prevent illegal activities like cutting trees and land conversion
- Cause planting of trees in denuded areas
- Guard and patrol areas to prevent illegal activities
Fill in the blank: The Upland Agroforestry Program includes guidelines for _______.
[implementation of agroforestry projects]
What are the components of the Upland Agroforestry Program’s guidelines?
- Basic Policy
- Objectives
- Coverage
- Identification of Potential Areas
- Validation and Assessment of Potential Areas
- Qualifications of Applicants
- Requirements for Application
- Size of Agroforestry Project Areas
- Processing of Applications
- Joint Venture Agreement or MOA
- Project Implementation
- Profit and Benefit-Sharing Schemes
- Monitoring and Technical Assistance
- Transfer
- Clarificatory Guidelines
- Presidential Warranty
- Effectivity
