Practice question
Which distinction is necessary when applying the Regalian doctrine?
- There is no possible distinction between public domain and established private property.
- State ownership of public-domain lands must be distinguished from a legally established private land right.
- Every private title is automatically a mere survey map.
- Every farmer owns all national parks immediately.
- Any private permit repeals the Constitution.
Legal references
- 1987 Constitution, Article XII, Sections 2-3: https://lawphil.net/consti/cons1987.html
- Republic v. Spouses Tan, G.R. No. 232778, August 23, 2023, main decision: https://lawphil.net/judjuris/juri2023/aug2023/gr_232778_2023.html
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