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A foundling named Dante is found at a bus terminal and placed with a private guardian couple, Elena and Carlo, who have custody but have not completed formal adoption. After 3 years, Dante’s paternal grandfather, Mr. Santos, surfaces and seeks recovery of Dante under Republic Act No. 11767. Elena and Carlo oppose, arguing that RA 11767 protects foundlings and guardianship. (a) Identify who may recover the foundling under RA 11767 and state the controlling rule. (b) If recovery is granted, explain the effect on Dante’s custody and on Elena and Carlo’s guardianship status. (c) Outline the due process requirements and evidentiary standards applicable to a recovery proceeding under RA 11767.