[Solved] Within what time should a decree of registration be reopened?

Q.	Within what time should a decree of registration be reopened?
A.	Within four (4) years from the issuance of the decree of registration;
B.	Within 30 days from receipt of the decree;
C.	Within one (1) year from the issuance of the decree of registration; (Lopez v. Padilla, 45 SCRA 44; Eland Phils. Inc. v. Garcia, et al., G.R. No. 173289, February 17, 2010);
D.	Imprescriptible.
Answer» C. Within one (1) year from the issuance of the decree of registration; (Lopez v. Padilla, 45 SCRA 44; Eland Phils. Inc. v. Garcia, et al., G.R. No. 173289, February 17, 2010);

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