In a significant ruling, the Allahabad High Court imposed a penalty of Rs 15 lakh on a husband for economic abuse and filing false affidavits against his wife. The couple married on May 18, 2019, but their relationship deteriorated after the wife secured a government job as an Additional Private Secretary at the Allahabad High Court. The husband, who failed to find stable employment, took out two personal loans amounting to Rs 25.06 lakh, using his wife's salary account without her consent. He misappropriated the funds for personal indulgences, including alcohol, while later seeking maintenance from her, claiming financial distress. The court found that he had concealed his income and engaged in deceptive practices, leading to the imposition of the hefty penalty. The ruling underscores the court's commitment to addressing economic abuse within marriages and ensuring that financial independence is protected. It also emphasizes the need for legal frameworks to scrutinize power imbalances in marital relationships.