This document provides an overview of pension plans in India, including: 1. It defines what a pension is and discusses the advantages of pension plans such as less risk, immediate returns, and tax benefits. 2. It outlines the different types of pension policies including traditional and unit-linked policies and how they differ in terms of investment strategies and returns. 3. It discusses important factors to consider when choosing a pension plan like bonus calculation, life cover, sum assured, and expenses.