[Solved] A executed a deed of donation to the DECS subject to the condition that it be devoted for educational purposes. The DECS did not accept it in the same instrument or in an authentic writing but took possession of the property and constructed a school building. Twenty (20) years thereafter, it executed a deed of exchange with B for a bigger property. Can A revoke the donation?

Q.	A executed a deed of donation to the DECS subject to the condition that it be devoted for educational purposes. The DECS did not accept it in the same instrument or in an authentic writing but took possession of the property and constructed a school building. Twenty (20) years thereafter, it executed a deed of exchange with B for a bigger property. Can A revoke the donation?
A.	A can ask for the recoveyance of the property because the donation is void as it was not accepted by DECS in the same instrument.
B.	A cannot ask for reconveyance because there was acceptance thru DECS possession and compliance with the condition.
C.	A can recover because DECS did not comply with the condition.
D.	A cannot recover because of prescription.
Answer» B. A cannot ask for reconveyance because there was acceptance thru DECS possession and compliance with the condition.

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