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What does comparative family law compare?

  • Different family law systems around the world (correct)
  • The legitimacy of families in different countries
  • The impact of divorce on children in different cultures
  • The role of grandparents in family law
  • What is the focus of international family law?

  • Parent-child relationships
  • Inheritance law
  • Cross-border family relations (correct)
  • Gender-neutral custody awards
  • Which trend is currently seen in family law?

  • Decrease in births outside marriage
  • Increase in gender-specific custody awards
  • Rise in adoption rates
  • Rise in births outside marriage and gender-neutral custody awards (correct)
  • What are the sources of family law?

    <p>Legislation, case law, doctrine, and global rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can the EU legislate on family law?

    <p>Only in cases of cross-border issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which global rights conventions are examples of family law?

    <p>The Hague Adoption Convention and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group has gained more rights in family law in Europe?

    <p>Same-sex couples</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    1. Marckx v. Belgium case established that Article 8 of ECHR applies to both legitimate and illegitimate families.
    2. Family law regulates adult and parent-child relationships, including marriage, divorce, parental authority, and inheritance law.
    3. Comparative family law compares different family law systems around the world.
    4. International family law deals with cross-border family relations and supranational court decisions.
    5. Rise in births outside marriage and gender-neutral custody awards are current trends in family law.
    6. Sources of family law include legislation, case law, doctrine, and global rights.
    7. The EU can legislate on family law in cases of cross-border issues.
    8. The Hague Adoption Convention and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child are examples of global rights in family law.
    9. Special legislative procedures are in place for EU countries to agree on cross-border family law issues.
    10. Same-sex couples in Europe have more rights in more countries.

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    Test your knowledge on family law with this informative quiz! From the basics of adult and parent-child relationships to the complexities of global rights and cross-border issues, this quiz covers it all. Learn about landmark cases, current trends, and the various sources of family law. Whether you're a law student or simply interested in the topic, this quiz is a great way to challenge yourself and expand your knowledge on the fascinating subject of family law.

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