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What are Saving Schemes?
The returns from the best saving and investment schemes in India are secured since most of them are backed by the Government of India. It is a low-risk investment option that provides you good returns. The interest rate of saving and investment schemes changes from time to time and is decided by the government. The government revises the rates every three to six months.
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The interest rate of the schemes offered by the Government or the banks is decided by them and are updated periodically. The savings acquired from these saving plans can be used for emergency purposes, higher education or children's education, marriage, to lessen debts, and more.
Tax-Saving Investment Schemes:
Equity Linked Savings Scheme (ELSS): ELSS is a form of mutual fund with the shortest lock-in period, only 3 years. Unlike other tax-saving schemes in India, ELSS funds allow quicker access to the investment after the lock-in period. The amount invested in this savings scheme is eligible for tax deduction for up to ₹1.5 lakhs per annum under Section 80C. However, the returns generated are subject to tax, with long-term capital gains being taxed at 10% and dividends taxed at 10% under the Dividend Distribution Tax.
1. Equity-Linked Savings Scheme (ELSS)
ELSS is a mutual fund and is also known as tax saving funds. Under Section 80C, the investments made in this money-saving plan get tax deductions up to Rs.1.5 lakh. This investment follows a compulsory lock-in period of 3 years. Like capital gains, the returns on the redemption of the investments are taxable. There is a tax exemption of up to Rs. 1 lakh on these gains, and on exceeding this amount, a tax of 10% is levied.