Question 1

What is the primary purpose of Republic Act No. 7877?

Accepted Answer

To declare sexual harassment unlawful in employment, education, or training environments

Question 2

According to Section 3 of RA 7877, who can commit work, education, or training-related sexual harassment?

Accepted Answer

An employer, employee, manager, supervisor, agent, teacher, instructor, professor, coach, trainor, or any other person with authority, influence, or moral ascendancy

Question 3

In a work-related environment, when is sexual harassment considered committed, as per RA 7877?

Accepted Answer

When sexual favors are a condition of employment or refusal results in discrimination

Question 4

What is the duty of an employer or head of office regarding sexual harassment according to RA 7877?

Accepted Answer

To prevent or deter acts of sexual harassment and provide procedures for resolution

Question 5

Under RA 7877, what is the employer or head of office's liability for sexual harassment if informed of an act and no immediate action is taken?

Accepted Answer

Solidary liability for damages

Question 6

Does RA 7877 prevent victims from filing a separate and independent action for damages?

Accepted Answer

No, victims can still file separate actions

Question 7

What are the penalties for violating the provisions of RA 7877 upon conviction?

Accepted Answer

A written reprimand

Question 8

What is the prescriptive period for actions arising from the violation of RA 7877?

Accepted Answer

Three years

Question 9

According to CSC Resolution No. 01-0940, what is the administrative offense of sexual harassment defined as?

Accepted Answer

Any unwelcome sexual advance, request or demand for a sexual favor, or other verbal or physical behavior of a sexual nature, committed by a government employee or official in a work-related, training or education related environment

Question 10

In an education or training environment, when is sexual harassment committed according to the rules?

Accepted Answer

When submission to or rejection of sexual acts affects grades, honors, scholarships, or benefits, or creates a hostile academic environment

Question 11

Where can sexual harassment take place according to the rules?

Accepted Answer

In the premises of the workplace, school, training institution, social functions, official business, conferences, or via electronic means

Question 12

What are illustrative forms of sexual harassment mentioned in the rules?

Accepted Answer

Physical acts like malicious touching, verbal remarks, and use of objects with sexual insinuation

Question 13

Who is liable for sexual harassment according to the rules?

Accepted Answer

Any government official or employee who directly participates, induces, directs, or cooperates in the commission of sexual harassment

Question 14

What is the primary function of the Committee on Decorum and Investigation of Sexual Harassment Cases?

Accepted Answer

To receive complaints, investigate, and submit reports with recommendations

Question 15

In a work-related environment, what is the minimum representation required on the Committee on Decorum and Investigation?

Accepted Answer

At least one representative each from management, the union (if any), supervisory rank, and rank-and-file employees

Question 16

What is the purpose of the pre-filing stage for victims of sexual harassment?

Accepted Answer

To provide assistance such as counseling and advice on options before filing

Question 17

What must a written complaint for sexual harassment contain?

Accepted Answer

Only a general description of the incident

Question 18

What happens if a complaint for sexual harassment is vague or too general?

Accepted Answer

The Committee may require the complainant to specify the acts complained of in writing

Question 19

What is the typical duration for a preliminary investigation of a sexual harassment case?

Accepted Answer

Within fifteen (15) working days

Question 20

When is a formal charge issued after a preliminary investigation?

Accepted Answer

If a prima facie case is established, within three (3) working days from receipt of the Investigation Report

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