11 June 2009
Any gift from relatives of any amount during the financial year is completely exempt from tax. the expression "relative" means:
1.Spouse of the individual; 2.Brother or sister of the individual; 3.Brother or sister of the spouse of the individual; 4.Brother or sister of either of the parents of the individual; 5.Any lineal ascendant or descendant of the individual; 6.Any lineal ascendant or descendant of the spouse of the individual; and 7.Spouse of the person referred to in clauses (ii) to (vi).
11 June 2009
Cash gift and grants received from non relatives are exempt upto Rs. 50,000.However, gift in kind are fully exempt whether recd from relatives or non-relatives.
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