Is It Legal for Landlords to Restrict Tenants from Keeping Pets in India?

Not entirely, because no law in India outrightly bans tenants from keeping pets.

Courts and animal welfare authorities have clarified that blanket restrictions on pet ownership by landlords or housing societies are legally questionable, as keeping pets forms part of the right to life and companionship under Article 21.

However, landlords may impose reasonable conditions to prevent property damage, nuisance, or hygiene issues.

Absolute bans solely based on pet ownership, without valid justification, can be challenged under law.