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    Question

    What is the upper investment limit under the Senior

    Citizens' Saving Scheme ?  
    A Rs.1.5 lakh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs.5 lakh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs.10 lakh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs.15 lakh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E No upper limit Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

      Senior Citizens' Saving Scheme (SCSS) - As the name suggests, only senior citizens or early retirees can invest in this scheme. SCSS can be availed from a post office or a bank by anyone above 60 .   

    • It is a risk free tax saving investment option.   
    • SCSS has a five-year tenure, which can be further extended by three years once the scheme matures.   
    • The upper investment limit is Rs 15 lakh.    
    • The interest rate on SCSS is payable quarterly and is fully taxable 

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