Acharya Prashant addresses the misconception that Shri Krishna and the Bhagavad Gita are responsible for the caste system. He argues that if society truly followed the Gita, it would also adhere to its other teachings, such as Nishkam Karma (action without attachment to results), which is not the case. The caste system prevalent in society is based on birth, which has no connection to the Gita's principles. In fact, the speaker asserts that the Gita is a powerful declaration against the very culture that upholds such divisions. He suggests that the blame for societal ills should not be placed on the Gita, but on the distorted stories and interpretations that people follow, as society has largely ignored the true teachings of Krishna. Focusing on verse 4.13 of the Bhagavad Gita, which states, "The fourfold order was created by Me according to the divisions of Guna and Karma," Acharya Prashant explains that this is one of the most controversial verses and has been used by many to condemn the entire scripture. He emphasizes that a proper understanding requires familiarity with the principles of Vedanta. The speaker clarifies that 'Guna' refers to Prakriti (Nature)—the inherent biological and conditioned material one is born with, comprising the three Gunas of Tamas, Rajas, and Sattva, a concept rooted in Samkhya philosophy. The speaker elaborates on the distinction between 'Jaat' (caste) and 'Varna'. He explains that the Jiva (individual self) is helpless at one end, bound by its Gunas, but at the other end lies the possibility of complete freedom, the Atman (Self). The ego oscillates between these two states. While Guna is inherited from the past, Karma (action) is a matter of individual choice. Shri Krishna's statement means that Varna is determined by the interplay of one's Gunas and Karma, not by birth. 'Jaat' is related to the body, whereas 'Varna' pertains to the level of consciousness. Since all bodies are fundamentally the same, the notion of caste by birth is baseless. However, differences in consciousness levels are real, and this is the true essence of Varna. In conclusion, Acharya Prashant posits that the Gita is a revolutionary text that challenges both an individual's internal tendencies and the flawed aspects of societal culture. It is a call to rise above these limitations. Therefore, blaming the Gita for the caste system is a profound misinterpretation. The problem lies not with the scripture but with a society that has failed to listen to and internalize its core message.