Can tenant be evicted for non-payment under the Act? A. No B. Yes, after due notice C. Yes, anytime landlord wishes D. Only with police Correct answer is: B. Yes, after due notice Non-payment of rent is valid eviction ground.
What is the limitation period for occupancy claims in the Act? A. 10 years B. 20 years continuous possession C. 15 years D. 25 years Correct answer is: B. 20 years continuous possession Occupancy rights accrue after 20 years.
Are oral tenancies valid under the Punjab Tenancy Act 1887? A. No B. Yes C. Only if witnessed D. Only in writing Correct answer is: B. Yes Oral tenancies are recognized under the Act.
Can a tenant sub-let under the Punjab Tenancy Act 1887? A. Freely without consent B. Only if allowed by landlord/custom C. Never D. Only to relatives Correct answer is: B. Only if allowed by landlord/custom Sub-letting allowed conditionally.
What is the role of the Collector under the Punjab Tenancy Act 1887? A. Head of police B. Supervises Revenue Officers & hears appeals C. Only tax collector D. Land registrar Correct answer is: B. Supervises Revenue Officers & hears appeals Collector has supervisory/appeal functions.
What if landlord ejects tenant illegally under the Act? A. Nothing happens B. Tenant can seek restoration & compensation C. Police action only D. Rent waived Correct answer is: B. Tenant can seek restoration & compensation Act protects tenants against illegal eviction.
Is co-tenancy allowed under the Punjab Tenancy Act 1887? A. No B. Yes, multiple tenants can hold land jointly C. Only for brothers D. Only for big landlords Correct answer is: B. Yes, multiple tenants can hold land jointly The Act recognizes joint tenancy.
Does the Punjab Tenancy Act 1887 give protection to widows/minors? A. No B. Yes, courts consider their rights C. Only widows D. Only minors Correct answer is: B. Yes, courts consider their rights Vulnerable groups get protection in tenancy cases.
Does the Punjab Tenancy Act 1887 apply to urban areas? A. Yes, everywhere B. No, only rural agricultural land C. Only big cities D. Only market towns Correct answer is: B. No, only rural agricultural land The Act governs agricultural land tenancy in Punjab.
Which section deals with appointment of Authorized Officer? A. Section 3 B. Section 10 C. Section 5 D. Section 15 Correct answer is: B. Section 10 Section 10 empowers appointment of Authorized Officers.