27 Questions
Which subdivision of Family law regulates the private law relationship between children and their parents, guardians, or other care-givers?
Law of Parent and Child
What does the Law of Parent and Child study?
How to acquire parental rights and responsibilities
Which amendment of the Constitution specifically protects children's rights?
Twenty-Eighth Amendment
What does the concept of 'care' include in relation to a child?
Providing the child with a suitable place to live
What is the common law defense of reasonable chastisement?
The right to moderate and reasonable punishment
What does the term 'contact' mean in relation to a child?
Maintaining a personal relationship with the child
What are the responsibilities of guardians in relation to a child?
Assisting the child in administrative and legal matters
Which decisions require the consent of all guardians?
Decisions regarding the child's departure from the republic
What must be considered when making major decisions involving a child?
The age and maturity of the child
What is the purpose of parenting plans?
To help persons exercise their PR&R
What is the consequence of refusing another person to exercise their parental responsibilities and rights?
Both a fine and imprisonment
According to the Children's Act 38 of 2005, what is the definition of 'parental responsibilities and rights'?
All of the above
Under the Children's Act 38 of 2005, what is the main consideration when determining the best interests of the child?
The capacity of the parents or any other caregiver to provide for the needs of the child
What does the Children's Act 38 of 2005 protect indirectly?
The right to life
What is the primary source of law for the legal relationship between parent and child in South Africa?
The Children's Act 38 of 2005
What are the rights of every child according to Section 28(1)?
To family care or parental care
What is the definition of a child?
A person under the age of 18 years
What is the standard that must be applied in every matter concerning a child?
The best interests of the child
What factors must be taken into consideration when applying the best interests of the child standard?
All of the above
Who can automatically acquire parental responsibilities and rights for an artificially conceived child?
The spouse of the mother
What is the main purpose of Section 40 in the Law of Parent and Child?
To regulate the responsibilities and rights of donors
How can parental responsibilities and rights be assigned to another person?
By means of a court order
What does Section 30 of the CA allow regarding parental responsibilities and rights?
It allows multiple people to hold parental responsibilities and rights for the same child
Which of the following statements is true regarding the acquisition of parental responsibilities and rights at birth?
Biological parents can automatically acquire parental responsibilities and rights at birth.
Who will be considered the legal mother of a child if the birth mother is a minor and unmarried?
The mother's guardian
Under what circumstances will a biological father be regarded as the legal father of the child?
If he satisfies the requirements of Section 21 of the Children's Act.
What is the process for resolving disputes regarding a father's parental responsibilities and rights?
The matter must be referred to a family advocate or social worker for mediation.
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