My sister is going through a divorce and will receive a one-time payment from her husband. Will this amount be taxed in India?

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Apni Law Staff asked 2 years ago

My sister is going through a divorce and will receive a one-time payment from her husband. Will this amount be taxed in India?

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Apni Law Staff answered 2 years ago

Yes, the one-time payment your sister receives from her husband as part of the divorce settlement is considered income and will be taxed in India. This is because it is considered a “transfer of capital asset” and falls under the purview of capital gains tax.

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