Is pension arrear exempt from tax

Soumya S (Student) (44 Points)

04 June 2014  

For a Peson Employed with State Gov who retired on Jan 31 2013 , the Pension payment started on August 2013 after a delay of 6 month for processing the papers . The Pension for Feb - June ( 6 months ) was paid as Arrears in August 2013 . is this amount Taxable ?