Part 2 Juvenile Justice and Welfare Quiz

What is the primary role of the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council (JJWC)?

• To conduct criminal investigations

• To manage juvenile detention facilities

• To provide legal representation for juveniles

• To oversee the implementation of juvenile justice policies

Who chairs the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council (JJWC)?

• The Chief Justice

• The President of the Philippines

• An undersecretary of the Department of Social Welfare and Development

• The Secretary of Justice

Which agency is NOT listed as part of the coordination with the JJWC?

• Department of Health (DOH)

• Philippine National Police (PNP)

• National Bureau of Investigation (NBI)

• Department of Education (DepEd)

What is one of the duties of the JJWC?

• To manage juvenile rehabilitation centers

• To enforce laws against juvenile delinquency

• To advise the President on juvenile justice policies

• To provide direct legal aid to juveniles

What is the time frame for the JJWC to convene after the effectivity of the Act?

• 15 days

• 1 year

• 30 days

• 60 days

Which of the following is a responsibility of the Child Rights Center (CRC)?

• To provide legal representation for children

• To conduct juvenile delinquency investigations

• To monitor government compliance with human rights treaties

• To manage juvenile detention facilities

What is the role of the family in juvenile delinquency prevention according to the Act?

• To provide financial support to children

• To enforce discipline through punishment

• To nurture and rear children

• To report delinquent behavior to authorities

What should educational institutions provide for children in conflict with the law?

• Strict disciplinary measures

• Alternative learning systems

• Detention facilities

• Legal representation

What is the purpose of the Local Councils for the Protection of Children (LCPC)?

• To manage juvenile detention centers

• To provide legal aid to children

• To coordinate delinquency prevention plans

• To enforce juvenile laws

What percentage of the internal revenue allotment is allocated for the LCPC programs?

• 1%

• 5%

• 10%

• 2%