What is the time allotted for the OIC to resolve the civil rights problem in the initial phase?

• A. 10 days
• B. 15 days
• C. 30 days
• D. 45 days

Answer: (B)

The time allotted for the Officer-in-Charge to take action on a civil rights issue in the initial phase is fifteen days. This window ensures a prompt but workable turnaround: the OIC can acknowledge the concern, perform a quick intake, identify the parties involved, gather essential facts, and determine the appropriate next steps or interim measures without letting the issue drift.

Fifteen days strikes a balance between being responsive and allowing enough information to be collected to avoid missteps. A shorter period, such as ten days, could be too tight to gather basic facts and set up a proper response. Longer windows, like thirty or forty-five days, would extend beyond the initial phase and delay early corrective actions.