Devolution And modernization

Question 1

Q: What law devolved extension to LGUs?

Answer 1

A: Republic Act No. 7160 (Local Government Code).

Question 2

Q: When was RA 7160 enacted?

A:.

Answer 2

1991

Question 3

What was the goal of devolution?

A:

Answer 3

To decentralize and bring extension services closer to farmers.

Question 4

Which government unit now supervises extension services?

Answer 4

A: Local Government Units (LGUs).

Question 5

What law was enacted in 1997 to modernize agriculture?

Answer 5

Republic Act No. 8435.

Question 6

What is RA 8435 also called?

Answer 6

Agricultural and Fisheries Modernization Act (AFMA).

Question 7

What was the aim of AFMA?

A:

Answer 7

To strengthen agricultural extension services and policies.

Question 8

How did AFMA improve extension?

A:

Answer 8

By providing modern policy interventions and programs.