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Question 1 of 79

1. Question
What is the main aim of the National Environmental Management Act (NEMA) in South Africa?
- A. To promote sustainable development
- B. To protect the environment
- C. To integrate environmental considerations into government decision-making
- D. All of the above
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Question 2 of 79

2. Question
What are the provisions for environmental impact assessments under NEMA?
- A. They are voluntary for all types of projects
- B. They are mandatory for all types of projects
- C. They are mandatory for certain types of projects that may impact the environment
- D. None of the above
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Question 3 of 79

3. Question
What is the framework established by NEMA for the management of protected areas?
- A. National and provincial biodiversity plans
- B. Waste management plans
- C. Environmental impact assessments
- D. Management plans and regulations for national parks, game reserves, and wilderness areas
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Question 4 of 79

4. Question
What is the role of the South African National Parks (SANParks) in environmental management and nature conservation?
- A. To manage the country's national parks and game reserves
- B. To promote conservation awareness and education
- C. To focus on the conservation of threatened species and ecosystems
- D. None of the above
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Question 5 of 79

5. Question
What is the role of the Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT) in environmental management and nature conservation?
- A. To manage the country's national parks and game reserves
- B. To promote conservation awareness and education
- C. To focus on the conservation of threatened species and ecosystems
- D. None of the above
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Question 6 of 79

6. Question

Match the following institutions with their roles in environmental management and nature conservation in South Africa:

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Development and implementation of environmental policies and legislation
Management of the country's national parks and game reserves
Management and conservation of South Africa's biodiversity
Focus on conservation of threatened species and ecosystems
Oversight and guidance to environmental agencies

South African Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE)

South African National Parks (SANParks)

South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI)

Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT)

Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa (WESSA)

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Question 7 of 79

7. Question
What is the aim of the National Environmental Management Act (NEMA)?
- The aim of NEMA is to promote sustainable development, protect the environment, and ensure that environmental considerations are integrated into all government decision-making processes.
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Question 8 of 79

8. Question
What does the National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act (NEMBA) provide for?
- NEMBA provides for the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity in South Africa. It establishes a framework for the management of protected areas, the control of invasive species, and the regulation of activities that may impact biodiversity.
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Question 9 of 79

9. Question
South Africa has enacted several national environmental and nature conservation laws to govern the management and protection of natural resources. True or False?
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- False
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Question 10 of 79

10. Question
The National Environmental Management Act (NEMA) covers a range of environmental issues, including climate change mitigation and adaptation. True or False?
- True
- False
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Question 11 of 79

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NEMBA does not provide for the establishment of national and provincial biodiversity plans. True or False?
- True
- False
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Question 12 of 79

12. Question
Non-governmental organizations do not play a role in environmental management and nature conservation in South Africa. True or False?
- True
- False
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Question 13 of 79

13. Question
The Western Cape Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning (DEA&DP) is responsible for the management and conservation of natural resources in the Western Cape province. True or False?
- True
- False
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Question 14 of 79

14. Question
What is the aim of the National Environmental Management: Waste Act (NEMWA) in South Africa?
- A. To establish national air quality standards
- B. To provide for the management and control of air quality
- C. To provide for the minimization, reuse, recycling, and safe disposal of waste
- D. To provide for the management and protection of protected areas
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Question 15 of 79

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What is the aim of the National Environmental Management: Air Quality Act (NEMAAQ) in South Africa?
- A. To establish national air quality standards
- B. To provide for the management and control of air quality
- C. To provide for the minimization, reuse, recycling, and safe disposal of waste
- D. To provide for the management and protection of protected areas
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Question 16 of 79

16. Question
What is the aim of the National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act (NEMBA) in South Africa?
- A. To provide for the management and control of air quality
- B. To provide for the minimization, reuse, recycling, and safe disposal of waste
- C. To provide for the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity
- D. To provide for the management and protection of protected areas
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Question 17 of 79

17. Question
What is the aim of the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA) in South Africa?
- A. To establish a framework for the licensing and permitting of waste management activities
- B. To provide for the management and control of air quality
- C. To provide for the management and protection of protected areas
- D. To establish national air quality standards
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Question 18 of 79

18. Question
What is the aim of the National Environmental Management: Integrated Coastal Management Act (NEMICMA) in South Africa?
- A. To establish a framework for the licensing and permitting of waste management activities
- B. To provide for the management and control of air quality
- C. To provide for the integrated management of coastal resources
- D. To establish national air quality standards
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Question 19 of 79

19. Question
What do the National Environmental Management: Integrated Pollution and Waste Management Regulations (IPWMR) provide for in South Africa?
- A. The regulation of coastal development
- B. The establishment of coastal management committees
- C. The integrated management of pollution and waste
- D. The management of protected areas
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Question 20 of 79

20. Question
The Acts related to NEMA in South Africa only cover pollution control and waste management. True or False?
- True
- False
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Question 21 of 79

21. Question

Match the following Acts to their descriptions:

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Provides for the minimization, reuse, recycling, and safe disposal of waste
Provides for the management and control of air quality
Provides for the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity
Provides for the management and protection of protected areas
Provides for the integrated management of coastal resources
Provides for the integrated management of pollution and waste

National Environmental Management: Waste Act

National Environmental Management: Air Quality Act

National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act

National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act

National Environmental Management: Integrated Coastal Management Act

National Environmental Management: Integrated Pollution and Waste Management Regulations

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Question 22 of 79

22. Question

Match the following statements about the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA) with the appropriate description:

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Purpose of NEMPAA
Definition of protected areas
Role of SANParks
Framework established by NEMPAA

NEMPAA aims to conserve the country's unique biodiversity and cultural heritage

Protected areas are defined as areas of land or water that are set aside for the conservation of natural or cultural heritage resources

SANParks manages the country's national parks and game reserves

The Act establishes a framework for the declaration, management, and regulation of protected areas

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Question 23 of 79

23. Question
What is the purpose of the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA)?
- NEMPAA aims to conserve the country’s unique biodiversity and cultural heritage by establishing a national system of protected areas and promoting the sustainable use and management of these areas.
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Question 24 of 79

24. Question
What are some examples of protected areas?
- Protected areas may include national parks, nature reserves, wilderness areas, and cultural heritage sites.
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Question 25 of 79

25. Question
Who manages the country’s national parks and game reserves?
- SANParks manages the country’s national parks and game reserves.
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Question 26 of 79

26. Question
The National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA) provides a framework for the declaration, management, and regulation of protected areas. True or False?
- True
- False
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Question 27 of 79

27. Question
Protected areas may include only national parks and game reserves. True or False?
- True
- False
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Question 28 of 79

28. Question
SANParks manages the country’s national parks and game reserves, but not other protected areas. True or False?
- True
- False
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Question 29 of 79

29. Question
Provincial conservation authorities are not involved in the management and protection of natural resources in South Africa. True or False?
- True
- False
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Question 30 of 79

30. Question
What is the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA) in South Africa?
- A. A framework for the declaration, management, and regulation of protected areas
- B. An act to promote the use of natural resources for economic development
- C. An act to allow the exploitation of natural resources without consideration for the environment
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Question 31 of 79

31. Question
What are the different types of protected areas under NEMPAA?
- A. National parks, game reserves, wilderness areas, and cultural heritage sites
- B. Farms, factories, mines, and quarries
- C. Urban areas, shopping malls, and office buildings
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Question 32 of 79

32. Question
What is the role of South African National Parks (SANParks) in the implementation of NEMPAA?
- A. Managing provincial nature reserves
- B. Providing scientific expertise and support for the management of protected areas
- C. Managing the country's national parks and game reserves
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Question 33 of 79

33. Question
What is the responsibility of provincial conservation authorities in South Africa?
- A. The conservation and management of biodiversity, protected areas, and wildlife resources within their jurisdictions
- B. Promoting the exploitation of natural resources for economic development
- C. Managing urban areas and promoting urban development
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Question 34 of 79

34. Question
What is the role of the board of directors of provincial conservation authorities?
- A. Managing the finances of the authority, and providing oversight and guidance to the staff
- B. Conducting research and monitoring to improve conservation efforts
- C. Raising awareness about environmental issues and promoting environmental education
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Question 35 of 79

35. Question
Which province in South Africa does not have its own conservation agency?
- A. Western Cape
- B. Gauteng
- C. Limpopo
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Question 36 of 79

36. Question
What is the purpose of NEMPAA?
- A. To promote the exploitation of natural resources for economic development
- B. To establish a national system of protected areas and promote the sustainable use and management of these areas
- C. To allow developers to conduct activities without considering the environment
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Question 37 of 79

37. Question
What is the definition of protected areas under NEMPAA?
- A. Areas of land or water that are set aside for the conservation of natural or cultural heritage resources and that are managed for the long-term preservation of these resources
- B. Areas of land or water that are set aside for the exploitation of natural resources
- C. Areas of land or water that are set aside for urban development
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Question 38 of 79

38. Question
What is the role of the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) in the implementation of NEMPAA?
- A. Managing the country's national parks and game reserves
- B. Providing scientific expertise and support for the management of protected areas
- C. Managing provincial nature reserves
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Question 39 of 79

39. Question
What is the main responsibility of the provincial conservation authorities in South Africa?
- A. Promoting the exploitation of natural resources for economic development
- B. Managing and protecting the natural resources of their respective provinces
- C. Managing urban areas and promoting urban development
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Question 40 of 79

40. Question
What is the main responsibility of Eco-Rangers in South Africa?
- A. To promote hunting and fishing in protected areas
- B. To ensure that visitors break the regulations and guidelines set out in NEMPAA
- C. To conserve natural resources and promote awareness of the importance of protected areas
- D. To destroy invasive species in protected areas
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Question 41 of 79

41. Question
Which of the following activities are Eco-Rangers responsible for?
- A. Conducting environmental impact assessments
- B. Monitoring wildlife populations
- C. Managing invasive species
- D. All of the above
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Question 42 of 79

42. Question
Match the following roles of Eco-Rangers with their corresponding descriptions:
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- Provide information about allowed and prohibited activities in protected areas
- Conduct environmental impact assessments, monitor wildlife populations, and manage invasive species
- Work with local communities to promote sustainable development and raise awareness about environmental issues
- Role: Educate visitors
- Role: Management and monitoring
- Role: Community engagement and outreach
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Question 43 of 79

43. Question
What is the Junior Ranger Program of the Eastern Cape Parks and Tourism Agency (ECPTA) aimed at?
- The Junior Ranger Program of the Eastern Cape Parks and Tourism Agency (ECPTA) is aimed at promoting environmental education and awareness among young people in the province.
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Question 44 of 79

44. Question
Eco-Rangers may be involved in developing and implementing management plans for protected areas. True or False?
- True
- False
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Question 45 of 79

45. Question
The Junior Rangers Program of SANParks aims to provide young people with an opportunity to learn about conservation and to develop a passion for nature. True or False?
- True
- False
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Question 46 of 79

46. Question
Which South African legislation provides for the protection and conservation of ecologically viable areas and the establishment of a national register of protected areas?
- A. National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act, 2003 (Act No. 57 of 2003)
- B. National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act, 2004 (Act No. 10 of 2004)
- C. National Forests Act, 1998 (Act No. 84 of 1998)
- D. Conservation of Agricultural Resources Act, 1983 (Act No. 43 of 1983)
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Question 47 of 79

47. Question

Match the South African legislation with its purpose:

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Sustainable management of forests and their resources
Sustainable use and management of agricultural resources
Sustainable use and protection of biodiversity

National Forests Act, 1998 (Act No. 84 of 1998)

Conservation of Agricultural Resources Act, 1983 (Act No. 43 of 1983)

National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act, 2004 (Act No. 10 of 2004)

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Question 48 of 79

48. Question
What is the primary purpose of the Conservation of Agricultural Resources Act (CARA)?
- The primary purpose of CARA is to promote the sustainable use and management of agricultural resources, including soil, water, and vegetation.
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Question 49 of 79

49. Question
Eco-Rangers working in protected areas are responsible for enforcing provincial ordinances, regulations, and by-laws. True or False?
- True
- False
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Question 50 of 79

50. Question
What do environmental management plans (EMPs) prepared under the Conservation of Agricultural Resources Act (CARA) typically consider?
- A. Ecological impacts only
- B. Social impacts only
- C. Economic impacts only
- D. Ecological, social, and economic impacts
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Question 51 of 79

51. Question
What is the difference between a provincial ordinance and a regulation in the context of nature conservation in South Africa?
- A provincial ordinance is a law passed by a provincial legislature and is applicable within the province’s borders, whereas a regulation is a specific rule or guideline made under the authority of a law or ordinance, providing detailed guidance on how the law or ordinance should be implemented and enforced.
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Question 52 of 79

52. Question
Which national act regulates the sustainable use and protection of biodiversity in South Africa?
- A. National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act, 2003 (Act No. 57 of 2003)
- B. National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act, 2004 (Act No. 10 of 2004)
- C. National Forests Act, 1998 (Act No. 84 of 1998)
- D. Western Cape Nature Conservation Ordinance, No. 19 of 1983
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Question 53 of 79

53. Question

Match the following provincial ordinances with their respective provinces:

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Western Cape
Eastern Cape
KwaZulu-Natal

Western Cape Nature Conservation Ordinance, No. 19 of 1983

Eastern Cape Nature and Environmental Conservation Ordinance, No. 19 of 1974

KwaZulu-Natal Nature Conservation Ordinance, No. 15 of 1983

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Question 54 of 79

54. Question
What is the main responsibility of the Western Cape Nature Conservation Board (CapeNature)?
- The main responsibility of the Western Cape Nature Conservation Board (CapeNature) is the management and conservation of nature reserves and conservation areas in the Western Cape Province.
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Question 55 of 79

55. Question
Eco-Rangers only enforce nature conservation regulations and by-laws and do not play a role in educating visitors about the importance of nature conservation. True or False?
- True
- False
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Question 56 of 79

56. Question
Which of the following regulations specifically applies to the Eastern Cape Province?
- A. Eastern Cape Coastal Management Programme (ECMP)
- B. Table Mountain National Park (TMNP) regulations
- C. De Hoop Nature Reserve regulations
- D. KwaZulu-Natal Nature Conservation Amendment Act, No. 9 of 2002
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Question 57 of 79

57. Question
What organization is responsible for the management of protected areas and conservation in KwaZulu-Natal Province?
- The KwaZulu-Natal Nature Conservation Board (KZN NCB), which trades as Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife, is responsible for the management of protected areas and conservation in KwaZulu-Natal Province.
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Question 58 of 79

58. Question
The eThekwini Municipality Beaches and Parks By-Law regulates the use of beaches and parks within the eThekwini Municipality and provides for the protection of natural resources and the promotion of sustainable use. True or False?
- True
- False
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Question 59 of 79

59. Question
Which of the following acts is the primary legislation governing nature conservation in Mpumalanga Province?
- A. Limpopo Nature Conservation Act, No. 12 of 1998
- B. Mpumalanga Nature Conservation Act of 1998
- C. National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act, 2004 (Act No. 10 of 2004)
- D. National Forests Act, 1998 (Act No. 84 of 1998)
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Question 60 of 79

60. Question
Match the following nature reserves with their respective provinces:
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- Polokwane Nature Reserve
- Madikwe Game Reserve
- Barberton Nature Reserve
- Limpopo Province
- North West Province
- Mpumalanga Province
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Question 61 of 79

61. Question
What is the main role of Eco-Rangers in protected areas?
- The main role of Eco-Rangers is to promote the understanding and adherence to conservation regulations and by-laws, educate visitors about the importance of conservation, monitor and report any illegal activities, and assist with conservation efforts in protected areas.
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Question 62 of 79

62. Question
The Waterberg Biosphere Reserve is a UNESCO-designated area of global significance for biodiversity conservation.
- True
- False
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Question 63 of 79

63. Question
Which by-law regulates activities within the Polokwane Nature Reserve?
- A. Polokwane Nature Reserve By-Law
- B. Waterberg Biosphere Reserve By-Law
- C. Madikwe Game Reserve Management Plan
- D. Barberton Nature Reserve By-Law
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Question 64 of 79

64. Question
What is one example of a local by-law in the North West Province?
- One example of a local by-law in the North West Province is the Madikwe Game Reserve Management Plan.
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Question 65 of 79

65. Question
Eco-Rangers are typically older, experienced conservationists who work independently of local communities. True or False?
- True
- False
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Question 66 of 79

66. Question
Which national act in South Africa provides for the protection and conservation of ecologically viable areas and the establishment of a national register of protected areas?
- A. National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act, 2004 (Act No. 10 of 2004)
- B. National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act, 2003 (Act No. 57 of 2003)
- C. National Forests Act, 1998 (Act No. 84 of 1998)
- D. Northern Cape Nature Conservation Ordinance
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Question 67 of 79

67. Question
Match the province with the example of a local by-law mentioned in the content:
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- Kimberley Municipal By-Law on Animal Control
- Clarens Local Municipality By-law on Animal Control
- City of Johannesburg's Tree By-law
- Northern Cape
- Free State
- Gauteng
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Question 68 of 79

68. Question
What role do Eco-Rangers play in enforcing nature conservation regulations and local by-laws?
- Eco-Rangers play an important role in understanding and applying these regulations and by-laws, educating the public about them, and assisting in the enforcement of environmental laws and regulations in collaboration with relevant authorities.
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Question 69 of 79

69. Question
The National Forests Act, 1998 (Act No. 84 of 1998) regulates the sustainable use and protection of biodiversity, as well as the conservation of threatened ecosystems and species. True or False?
- True
- False
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Question 70 of 79

70. Question
Which province’s Department of Economic, Small Business Development, Tourism, and Environmental Affairs enforces the provincial nature conservation regulations?
- A. Northern Cape
- B. Free State
- C. Gauteng
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Question 71 of 79

71. Question
The City of Tshwane’s Waste Management By-law is an example of a local by-law in the Free State Province. True or False?
- True
- False
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Question 72 of 79

72. Question
What is the main purpose of the Northern Cape Nature Conservation Ordinance?
- The main purpose of the Northern Cape Nature Conservation Ordinance is to regulate the use and management of natural resources such as flora, fauna, water, and land within the province, by providing guidelines for activities such as hunting, fishing, and prospecting for minerals, as well as protecting endangered species and conserving important habitats.
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Question 73 of 79

73. Question
The Criminal Procedures Act (CPA) of South Africa outlines:
- A. The procedures for civil cases only
- B. The procedures for criminal cases only
- C. The roles of Eco-Rangers
- D. The procedures and rules for criminal cases, including those related to environmental and conservation laws
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Question 74 of 79

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Grants eco-rangers the power to enter any premises without a warrant if they have reasonable grounds to believe that an environmental offence is being committed.
A major problem in South Africa where eco-rangers are responsible for protecting rhinos in national parks and reserves.
Outlines the procedures and rules for investigating and prosecuting crimes in South Africa, including environmental and conservation crimes.

Section 13 of the National Environmental Management Act (NEMA)

Rhino poaching
Criminal Procedures Act (CPA)

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Question 75 of 79

75. Question
What are the rights that must be informed to a suspect when making an arrest?
- The right to remain silent, the right to legal representation, and the right to be informed of the charges against them.
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Question 76 of 79

76. Question
When making an arrest, eco-rangers should use the maximum amount of force necessary. True or False?
- True
- False
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Question 77 of 79

77. Question
What should an eco-ranger do after arresting a suspect for nature conservation related crimes?
- A. Release the suspect immediately
- B. Transport the suspect to their home
- C. Transport the suspect to the nearest police station
- D. Keep the suspect in their custody indefinitely
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Question 78 of 79

78. Question
What should an eco-ranger do when they gather evidence during an investigation?
- They should work closely with the police to ensure that the evidence is properly recorded, preserved, and admissible in court.
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Question 79 of 79

79. Question
Eco-rangers may need to attend court as a witness in a case related to environmental and conservation crimes. True or False?
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- False
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