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Section 16
The Jammu and Kashmir (Residential and Commercial Tenancy) Act, 2012Jammu and Kashmir

Section 16. Tenant to look after the Rental Unit

During the tenancy, the tenant must,––

(i) not intentionally or negligently damage the rental unit or permit such damage ;

(ii) notify the landlord of any damage as soon as possible ; and

(iii) take reasonable care of the rental unit and its contents and keep them reasonably habitable having regard to their condition at the commencement of tenancy and the normal incidence of living.