Acharya Prashant is a renowned spiritual teacher, public intellectual, and author, known for his uncompromising clarity on Vedanta, Indian wisdom traditions, and contemporary issues of the mind, society, and environment. A former civil servant and IIT-IIM alumnus, Acharya Prashant combines sharp intellect with deep spiritual insight, offering a unique voice in India’s modern philosophical and spiritual discourse.

He is the founder of the PrashantAdvait Foundation, a platform that has helped millions across the globe access authentic teachings from Advaita Vedanta, Bhagavad Gita, and other Indian scriptures-through online sessions, video discourses, and books.
,br> What sets Acharya Prashant apart is his bold, no-nonsense approach to spirituality. He dismantles superstition, pseudo-spirituality, and mindless ritualism, urging seekers to embrace self-inquiry, fearlessness, and inner responsibility. His talks span topics from mental health and relationships to consumerism and veganism-bridging the gap between ancient wisdom and modern living.

With a powerful presence on YouTube (millions of subscribers) and a growing catalog of books and talks, Acharya Prashant continues to inspire truth-seekers to rise beyond identity and conditioning, toward liberation through understanding