Yes, a period of 4 months from the execution of a document and an additional four months on the expiry of the first four months.
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Is the presence of the seller/buyer required at the time of registry of immovable property?
Yes, as per section 32 under the Registration Act, 1908, The presence of seller and buyer or a person claiming to be the owner is required in the Sub-Registrar office; when presenting a deed, Sub-Registrar will verify that they have executed the same.
Does a gift deed require to be registered?
Yes, as per section 17 under the Registration Act 1908, it is mandatory to register a gift deed.
What is the need for the Model Tenancy Act?
There is a need to bring transparency in the rent laws in India which are considered pro-tenant.
Where to submit the rent agreement?
The rent agreement is to be submitted to Rent Authority headed by Deputy Collector.
Is it mandatory to have written rent agreement?
Yes, it is now mandatory. Earlier both verbal and written agreements worked.
How the privacy of the tenant is secured under the Act?
A landlord cannot enter the house of the tenant at any time. It must be with a prior notice.
What are tenant’s responsibilities?
A tenant has to undertake minor repairs on his own, as provided in the schedule.
What are landlord’s responsibilities?
There is a clear demarcation of responsibilities. All the major maintenance and repair is the landlord’s responsibility.