INCOME TAX DEDUCTIONS
The income tax department with a view to encouraging savings and investments amongst the taxpayers has provided various deductions from the taxable income under Chapter VI A deductions. Section 80C being the most famous, there are other deductions that are beneficial for the taxpayers to reduce their tax liability. Let us understand these deductions in detail: Section 80C - Deductions on Investments: Section 80C is a favorite section for all taxpayers as it helps them to reduce the taxable burden with relevant tax-saving instruments or on allowed expenses. A taxpayer can have a maximum deduction of Rs 1.5 lakh every year from the total income. Individuals and HUFs can take benefit from this deduction. Companies, partnership firms, and LLPs are not allowed to avail the benefit of this deduction. Section 80TTA - Interest on Savings Accounts: As an individual or as a HUF, you can claim a deduction of a maximum of Rs 10,000 against interest income from y...