Practice question
A spouse neglects marital duties and commits acts endangering the other spouse and children. The aggrieved spouse seeks judicial relief. The respondent argues that household matters are entirely private and no court may intervene under the Family Code. Which provision directly answers?
- Article 72 permits the aggrieved spouse to apply to the court for relief in the stated circumstances
- Article 71 abolishes all judicial remedies
- Article 68 permits every harmful act
- Marriage transfers all public authority to the respondent
- Only an employer can grant relief
Legal references
- Family Code Articles26 and68–73: https://lawphil.net/executive/execord/eo1987/eo_209_1987.html
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