REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES

PALAWAN STATE UNIVERSITY

PUERTO PRINCESA CITY
ROXAS CAMPUS

MIDTERM EXAMINATION IN ENVIRONMENTAL LAW & PROTECTION (CDI 10)

1st SEMESTER 2021-2022

NAME: _____________________________ DATE: ________ SCORE: ________

COURSE AND YEAR: ________________ EXAMINATION PERMIT NO: ___

Test 1: (1-10) Discuss the following terms below. Each term is equivalent to five points each (5points).

1-5) ENVIRONMENTAL LAW-

6-10) SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT-

Test 2: (11-13) Identify the constitutional provisions on environmental protection stated below: Write the
Letter (A) for Sec 16, Art. II, (B) Sec. 2 (2), Art. XII and (C) Sec.5, Art. XII.

_________ 11) 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.

_________ 12) The State shall protect the nation’s marine wealth in its archipelagic waters, territorial sea,
and exclusive economic zone and reserve its use and enjoyment exclusively to Filipino citizens.

_________ 13) The State, subject to the provisions of this Constitution and national development policies
and programs, shall protect the rights of indigenous cultural communities to their ancestral lands to ensure
their economic, social, and cultural well-being. Congress may provide for the applicability of customary laws
governing property rights or relations in determining the ownership and extent of ancestral domain.

Test 3: (14-16) The UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) is an international

environmental treaty produced at the UN Conference on Environment and Development. It aims to stabilize
greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere at a level that would prevent interference with the
climate system. Below states the functions of the governments under the convention except one. Write the
letter (T) for accurate and (N) for Not related.

________ 14) gather and share information on greenhouse gas emissions, national policies, and best
practices;

________ 15) launch national strategies for addressing greenhouse gas emissions and adapting to
expected impacts, including the provision of financial and technological support to developing countries;

________ 16) cooperate in preparing for adaptation to the impacts of climate change.
(17-19) ASEAN Agreement on Transboundary Haze Pollution is an agreement that binds a group of
contiguous states to tackle transboundary haze pollution resulting from land and forest fires. Below is the
deal that requires parties. Write the letter (T) for accurate and (N) for Not related.

__________ 17) COOPERATE in developing and implementing measures to prevent, monitor, and mitigate
transboundary haze pollution by controlling sources of land and forest fires, assessment and early warning
systems, exchange of information, and mutual assistance.

_________18) RESPOND PROMPTLY to a request for relevant information sought by a state affected or
may be affected by transboundary haze pollution.

_________ 19) TAKE legal, administrative, and other measures to implement their obligation under the
agreement.

(20-21) Below are the principle of COMMON but DIFFERENTIATED responsibilities; this includes two
elements. Write the letter (T) for accurate and (N) for Not related.

_______ 20) Common responsibilities of parties to protect the environment, and parts of it, at the national,
regional, and global levels.

_______ 21) Need to take into account the different circumstances, particularly each party’s contribution to
the problem and its ability to prevent, reduce, and control threats.

DISCUSSION (22-26) Discuss The other element underpinning the UNFCCC, the “POLLUTTER PAYS
PRINCIPLE.”

ENUMERATION (27-31) Enumerate the 10 Members of the ASEAN, which is a part of the ASEAN
AGREEMENT ON TRANSBOUNDERY HAZE POLLUTION.

IDENTIFICATION (32-37) Below are the different DENR bureaus and attached agencies and
environmental functions. Identify which bureau is related to the stated ecological fun position.
A. Ecosystems Research and Development Bureau
B. Environmental Management Bureau (EMB)
C. Forest Management Bureau (FMB)
D. Land Management Bureau (LMB)
E. Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB)
F. Protective Areas and Wildlife Bureau (PAWB)

__________ 32) principal research and development (R & D) unit of DENR. Its R & D and extension
activities focus on the five major ecosystems of the Philippines, which include forests, upland farms,
grassland, degraded areas, coastal zone, freshwater, and urban areas.

_________ 33) the primary government agency under the Department of Environment and Natural
Resources to formulate, integrate, coordinate, supervise and implement all policies, programs, projects,
and activities relative to the prevention and control of pollution as well as the management and
enhancement of environment (e.g., It is mainly responsible for the implementation and enforcement of RA
8749 (Phil Clean Air Act of 1999).

___________ 34) provides support for the adequate protection, development, occupancy management,
and conservation of FOREST LANDS and WATERSHEDS.

___________35) It is an agency of the Philippine government under the Department of Environment and
Natural Resources responsible for administering, surveying, managing, and disposing of Alienable and
Disposable (A&D) lands and other government lands not placed under the jurisdiction of other government
agencies.

__________36) government agency responsible for the conservation, management, development, and
proper use of the country’s mineral resources, including those in reservations and lands of public domains.

__________37) Formulate and recommend policies, guidelines, rules, and regulations for the
establishment and management of Integrated Protected Areas Systems such as national parks, wildlife
sanctuaries and refuges, marine parks, and biospheric reserves;

(38- 42) Enumerate the Purpose and Features of PD 1151: PHILIPPINE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY.

PURPOSE:

FEATURES:

(43- 50) Identify the following agencies based on their environmental functions:
A. Department of Health
B. Department of Agriculture
C. Department of Education
D. Department of Tourism
E. Department of Public Works and Highways

__________ 43) Has environmental health programs. These concerns PREVENTING ILLNESS through
managing the environment. These are primarily concerned with the environment’s effects on people’s
health.

__________ 44) Issues environmental sanitation clearance.

__________ 45) Executive branch responsible for the promotion of agriculture and fisheries development
and growth.
__________46) Emphasizes on the productivity and sustainability in the use of agricultural resources.

__________ 47) Department responsible for ensuring access to, promoting equity in, and improving the
quality of primary education.

__________ 48) Integrates environmental education in schools’ curricula (e.g., environmental laws
concepts and principles), thus promoting environmental awareness.

__________ 49) Assumes a prominent role in developing “responsible tourism,” thereby ensuring the
protection, preservation, and promotion of resources.

__________ 50) Responsible for removal and demolition of structures obstructing free flow of water.

“We don’t have to sacrifice a strong economy for a healthy

environment. – Dennis Weaver”