Q: My mom divorced 15 years ago. My dad died 10 years ago but after his death since we were kids, mom decided to come and stay with us. She doesn't share any inheritance saying it's her right and her property and the rent which came from the property she favours the eldest brother and doesn't give us any of the part for 9 years.
Now I am married and she's demanding me to take care of her monthly allowance which I simply denied because I am living separately and said that for 9 years you didn't give me my money that we got from tenants neither the share of the inheritance so why would I give you the allowance. Is it allowed for me to deny the request based on that or should I give her the allowance which I know will be given to my eldest brother who's 28 and physically good enough to earn by his own but he doesn't since he's spoiled by my mother and doesn't will to work or contribute to the house at all?
A: If your mother is not poor and does not need your financial assistance, then it is not compulsory upon you to give her a monthly allowance. However, you should be kind and polite towards her and see to it that you treat her well.
If your mother is in financial constraints, then you and your siblings should assist her and take care of her needs with respect and dignity.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
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