Correct Answer:
B. Yes, on eviction or surrender
The Punjab Tenancy Act 1887 provides crucial protection for tenants who invest in improving their leased land. Option B is correct because the Act explicitly allows for compensation to the tenant for unexhausted improvements upon their eviction or voluntary surrender of the tenancy. This provision encourages tenants to enhance the land without fear of losing their investment.
- Option A ("No") is incorrect; denying compensation would be unfair and discourage improvements.
- Option C ("Only if landlord allows") is incorrect; the right to compensation is a legal entitlement, not solely dependent on the landlord's discretion.
- Option D ("Only for big farmers") is incorrect; the right applies generally to tenants making improvements.