Is money sent to girlfriend from abroad tax free

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Hello

I know that money sent to spouse is exempt from income tax. is this limited to only spouse or does it extend to live-in relationships or girlfriend as well?

Thanks

Sri

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Girlfriend is not covered by the definition of relative defined under section 56(2), hence any amount in excess of rs 50,000 in a fy shall be taxed.


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