If an individual becomes 60yrs on 01 Feb 2024 can he claim Rs 300000 as income for which there's Nil tax for AY2024-25? PLEASE CLARIFY GIVING SECTION
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An individual turning 60 on 1st February 2024 can indeed claim senior citizen status for the Assessment Year 2024-25. This means they are eligible for a nil tax liability on income up to Rs 3,00,000, as per the Finance Act. Furthermore, they can also benefit from the increased deduction limit under Section 80D for senior citizens.