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Emotional family tax: Man lends Rs 2 lakh to relative without telling wife, they call him arrogant when he asks for money back

A man earning a combined Rs 3.5 lakh a month with his wife has recounted how lending Rs 2 lakh to a relative without consulting her led to marital tension and a dispute over repayment. The borrower had reportedly promised to return the money within 30 days but failed to do so, later allegedly accusing the lender of arrogance for asking for it back. The Reddit post triggered a discussion about financial boundaries, trust and the risks of lending money to relatives.