What does it do?
This term plan pays sum assured to the nominee in the event of death of the insured. The policy does not pay any maturity benefit on survival. Apart from regular and single premium payment options, there is a limited premium payment option wherein the policyholder can pay premiums for a limited term and enjoy insurance cover throughout the policy term. Surrender is allowed under single pay and limited pay options.
Pros
Policyholders have the choice to pay premiums regularly, as one-time payment or a limited time payment.
The policy gives premium discount to high sum assured policies, non-tobacco users and females.
It provides coverage for higher age of up to 70 years.
The policy can be surrendered in case of an emergency.
Premiums paid towards this policy qualify for taxation benefits.
Cons
Minimum sum assured of Rs 15 lakh can limit the policy to those looking for a high cover.
If one chooses to pay the premium throughout the policy term via the regular mode, the payments can only be made annually, and not semi- annually, quarterly or monthly.
The policy doesn’t offer any riders.
