Question

Under the provisions of the Domestic Administrative Adoption and Alternative Child Care Act (R.A. No. 11642), answer the following scenarios:

Scenario 1:

Juan and Maria, a married couple, have been trying to have a child for many years but have been unsuccessful. They decide to adopt a child through domestic administrative adoption. They are matched with Mia, a 3-year-old girl who has been abandoned by her biological parents. Juan and Maria file an application for adoption with the authorized government agency. After the necessary processes, their application is approved, and Mia is legally adopted by Juan and Maria. Discuss the legal effect of the adoption and the rights and obligations of Juan, Maria, and Mia as a result of the adoption.

Scenario 2:

Luz, a single mother, wants to adopt a child. She decides to go through the domestic administrative adoption process. She files an application with the authorized government agency and is matched with Mark, a 5-year-old boy who has been surrendered by his biological parents. After completing the necessary requirements and the child study, Luz's application is approved. However, before the finalization of the adoption, Luz unexpectedly passes away. Discuss the legal implications of Luz's passing and the effect on the adoption process for Mark.