Insurance coverage can be defined as a contract in the form of a financial protection policy. This policy covers the monetary risks of an individual due to unpredictable contingencies. The insured is the policyholder whereas the insurer is the insurance-providing company/the insurance carrier/the underwriter.

The benefit of having insurance is that it prevents burning a hole into your pocket in unprecedented times. It gives you financial assistance for your losses and damage. The basic function of all types of insurance coverages is to provide damage control to the insured by bringing in a lot of people who pay to cover their risks. The fund is further used for capital formation through investment in the markets. This helps the insurance companies to keep running and settle/adjust the claims of the insured people. It also boosts the economy.

The tax benefits of insurance coverage plans depend on the type of insurance as well as the policy. However, mostly the life insurance policies offer exemption from tax under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act up to Rs. 1.5 lakh. In certain cases, the health insurance policy for self and parents is also tax exempted under Section 80C.