Acharya Prashant explains that his inclination toward scriptures like the Upanishads and the Bhagavad Gita stems from a logical realization rather than mere devotion or mysticism. He describes himself as being inwardly stubborn and unable to ignore the self-inflicted misery and injustice he observed in the world. Despite having a background in science, technology, and economics from institutions like IIT and IIM, he recognized the inherent limitations of these fields. He understood that while technology and economic growth can address external issues, they cannot solve the internal darkness, deception, and falseness that plague the human condition.