Question

Marie and John are about to get married. As a gesture of love and support, Marie's parents decide to give them a property worth P5 million as a wedding gift. However, John's parents strongly object to this donation and claim that it is void. They argue that Marie's parents only made the donation to influence Marie and John's marriage. Marie, on the other hand, believes that the donation is valid and should be accepted.

1. Under the Family Code, what is donation propter nuptias? Explain its nature, requirements, and effects. (Family Code, arts. 86-87)
2. Based on the given scenario, is the donation made by Marie's parents void? Support your answer with the relevant provisions of the Family Code. (Family Code, arts. 82-83, 43[3], and 50)