Correct Answer:
B. Yes, in writing accepted by landlord
Under the Punjab Tenancy Act 1887, a tenant can indeed surrender their land, but it requires a formal and legally recognized process. Option B, "Yes, in writing accepted by landlord," is the correct procedure. This ensures clarity, mutual consent, and legal validity, preventing future disputes regarding the tenancy. A written agreement, mutually accepted, serves as undeniable proof of the surrender of tenancy rights.
- Option A, "No," is incorrect as surrender is permissible under the Act.
- Option C, "Yes, anytime orally," is false because oral agreements for such significant transactions are often difficult to prove and lack legal robustness.
- Option D, "Only through Collector," is incorrect; while the Collector has various roles, direct surrender is primarily between the tenant and landlord with proper documentation.