Question

G. Actions to Recover Ownership and Possession of Real Property: Accion Publiciana

1. In a certain city, Mr. Santos, a farmer, entered into a lease agreement with Mr. Cruz, the owner of a vast agricultural land. The agreement stated that Mr. Santos would have exclusive possession and use of the land for a period of five years. However, after only three years, Mr. Cruz suddenly terminated the lease and demanded that Mr. Santos vacate the property. Feeling aggrieved, Mr. Santos decides to file a legal action to recover possession of the land.

In light of the given scenario, answer the following questions:

1. What is the appropriate legal action that Mr. Santos should file to recover possession of the land? Discuss the nature and elements of this action, as well as the applicable provisions of law.
2. Assuming that Mr. Santos successfully establishes his right to possession of the land, what are the possible reliefs or remedies that the court may grant in favor of Mr. Santos?