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What is Article 26 of Family Code Philippines?
The Family Code, Article 26 expressly provides that, except for marriages prohibited under Articles 35 (I), (4), (5) and (6), 36, 37 and 38, marriages solemnized abroad and are valid there as such, are recognized as valid here, As a general rule therefore, the Philippine follows the lex loci celebrationis rule.
How does our Family Code of the Philippines describe a family?
The Family Code of the Philippines (Executive Order no. 209) was signed into law by then President Corazon Aquino on July 6, 1987. The basic law covering persons and family relations governs marriages, legal separations, property relations between spouses, and parental authority, among others.
What is the right age Filipinos enter into marriage as set by the Family Code of the Philippines?
MARRIAGE BETWEEN FILIPINO CITIZENS The legal marrying age for Filipino citizens is eighteen (18) years. However, a person to be married who is at least 18 years old but below 21 years old has to secure the CONSENT of his/her parents. For those between 21 and 25 years of age, PARENTAL ADVICE must be secured.
Which among the choices explain the article of the Filipino family as the foundation of the nation?
THE FAMILY The State recognizes the Filipino family as the foundation of the nation. Accordingly, it shall strengthen its solidarity and actively promote its total development. Section 2. Marriage, as an inviolable social institution, is the foundation of the family and shall be protected by the State.
What is the aim of family law?
Whether it is about money, care of children, employment, income support, or housing, the purpose of family law is to allocate and enforce responsibility for those responsibilities.
Can you marry your 2nd cousin in Philippines?
Fr. Jaime Achacoso, member of the CBCP Episcopal Commission of the Canon Law and also the Canon Law Society said the Canon Law and the civil law in the Philippines prohibits only marriages between up to first cousins, or up to the fourth collateral line.
Why family is the foundation of culture and society?
As basic and essential building blocks of societies, families have a crucial role in social development. They bear the primary responsibility for the education and socialization of children as well as instilling values of citizenship and belonging in the society.