clarification on 80D Deduction

Vivek (Finally passed CA Final...!!!!!)   (1097 Points)

25 January 2010  

Hi all,

80D allows a deduction for the payment made towards mediclaim insurance premium.. (paid by other than cash)

Insurers in addtion to basic premium amount also charge Service tax... Whether deduction is available on such service tax part also.... Kindly clarify...