Can claim deduction u/s 80C

Sudheer J. Sarvate (SERVICE) (116 Points)

16 March 2009  

Sir,

I have one PPF a/c in my own name. Today I have opened one PPF a/c in my son's name who is minor (09 years old).

If before 31st March 2009, I deposited Rs. 10000/= In my own PPF A/c & also Rs. 10000/= in my sons PPF a/c then, can I claim dedction of Rs. 20000/= us/ 80C. in the financial year 2008-09.?

Please advice.

Sudheer