Which of the following is NOT a definition of marital breakdown as outlined by the 1985 amendment to Canada's Divorce Act?

A) spouses living apart for one year
B) gross addiction to alcohol or other drugs
C) mental or physical cruelty
D) adultery by one of the spouses

Marital Breakdown

Refers to the process by which a marriage deteriorates to the point where the couple decides to separate or divorce.

Canada's Divorce Act

The legal legislation governing divorce in Canada, outlining the grounds and procedures for legally ending a marriage.

Physical Cruelty

Actions that cause physical harm or suffering to others, including animals, often indicative of abuse or violence.