[Solved] May the status of a child be the subject of a compromise or contract?

Q.	May the status of a child be the subject of a compromise or contract?
A.	Yes, provided it is freely agreed upon.
B.	Yes, because of the principle of mutuality of contracts;
C.	No, because of public policy as paternity and filiation must be judicially established;
D.	Yes, because it can be left to the will of the parties.
Answer» C. No, because of public policy as paternity and filiation must be judicially established;

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