What paradox is at play in Chapter 6?

The paradox in Chapter 6 is thrown into play when Velan's brother tells the elders of Raju's hunger strike. Raju's way of life is threatened. Until this time, Raju enjoys a certain amount of success in his little pretend game. Food is plentiful, people sit at his feet and hang on his every word. He has the shelter of the temple and there is no need for him to work at earning a living. It is Raju's alarm at losing the comfortable life he has, not a desire to be truthful, which motivates Raju to tell Velan who he really is.