The Friendly Loan Agreement is designed for situations where individuals in India wish to formalize a personal loan arrangement while maintaining the informal nature of their relationship. This document becomes relevant when friends, family members, or acquaintances agree to a loan transaction and want to ensure clear understanding and legal protection for both parties. The agreement complies with Indian contract law requirements while remaining simpler than commercial loan documents. It includes essential elements such as loan amount, repayment schedule, any interest charges, and basic obligations of both parties. The document helps prevent future misunderstandings and provides a legal framework for the loan while acknowledging the personal relationship between the parties. It's particularly useful for loans that exceed nominal amounts but fall below the threshold where commercial lending would be practical.

1. Parties: Identification of the Lender and Borrower with their full legal names, addresses, and contact details

2. Background: Brief context of the friendly loan arrangement and the relationship between parties

3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms used in the agreement

4. Loan Amount and Purpose: Specification of the loan amount and intended purpose of the loan

5. Interest Rate: Details of any interest rate applied (if applicable) and calculation method

6. Repayment Terms: Schedule of repayment including payment dates, installment amounts, and payment method

7. Prepayment: Terms and conditions for early repayment of the loan

8. Default: Definition of what constitutes default and consequences thereof

9. Representations and Warranties: Basic statements about the parties' capacity to enter into the agreement

10. Governing Law: Specification that Indian law governs the agreement

11. Dispute Resolution: Process for resolving any disputes between parties

12. Execution: Signature blocks and execution details