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Can hard work beat generational wealth? Man compares life of IIT graduate vs lower-tier college pass-out

A Reddit post has sparked a wider debate on whether hard work and elite education can truly outweigh generational wealth in India. By comparing the lives of a self-made IITIIM graduate and a lower-tier college pass-out who benefited from inherited assets, the discussion highlights how starting points shape financial outcomes, health, and life balance.