Section 80D is a provision in the Indian Income Tax Act that allows an individual to claim a deduction for the amount spent on medical insurance premium for self, spouse, dependent children, and parents. The maximum deduction allowed under Section 80D is Rs. 25,000 per financial year for the premium paid for self, spouse, and dependent children. In addition to this, an individual can claim a deduction of up to Rs. 25,000 for the premium paid for their parents. If the parents are senior citizens (aged 60 years or more), the maximum deduction limit is increased to Rs. 50,000.
DEDUCTION UNDER SECTION 80D


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