Correct Answer:
C. Five years
This question addresses the specific rights and limitations of an occupancy tenant concerning subletting under tenancy laws. A tenant with a right of occupancy is legally permitted to sublet their land for a term not exceeding five years. This provision balances the tenant's ability to manage their land with preventing long-term alienation.
- Option C (Five years) is correct as it aligns with the specific legal provision found in the relevant tenancy acts, such as the Punjab Tenancy Act.
- Options A (Two years), B (Three years), and D (Seven years) are incorrect because they do not match the statutory limit prescribed for subletting by an occupancy tenant. The law explicitly sets the maximum term at five years.