This discussion explores whether a HUF (Hindu Undivided Family) firm can gift ₹10 lakh to its member and if this gift would be taxable. While HUF members are considered relatives to the HUF for tax purposes, the reverse isn't always clear, meaning a gift from an HUF to a member might not automatically be treated as a gift from a relative. The query also seeks to understand the tax liability if the gift isn't considered tax-exempt, and who would be responsible for paying the tax – the HUF or the member.
31 March 2022
As far as HUF is concerned, its members are its relative under Income Tax but not the other way round. meaning thereby that gift from HUF to its member may not be treated as gift from relative since there is no clarity that for individuals, their HUF is relative. One may need to take help of judicial pronouncements in this regard.