Acharya Prashant explains that consciousness is the only hope and liberator for a human being. He argues that if one respects the consciousness of a Buddha or a Prophet, one must also respect consciousness in all other beings, including animals and plants. While absolute reality does not distinguish between crime and virtue, in the relative world, one must choose actions that are right for their own liberation. He suggests that if essential survival requires a choice, one should choose a plant over an animal because it possesses a lower level of consciousness. He emphasizes that non-violence is not merely a matter of ethics or pity for animals, but a matter of one's own self-interest and the craving of the heart for peace. The speaker challenges meat-eaters to consider why they draw a line at cannibalism. He asserts that the reason humans do not eat other humans is due to a respect for human consciousness. Therefore, one should extend this logic and draw the line at a more appropriate place by respecting the consciousness of animals as well. He notes that while agriculture involves some level of violence, it is a lower degree compared to killing animals. He advocates for living on fruits and leaves where possible, as this involves no violence. He warns that if one is body-centric, they will prioritize meat, but if one seeks liberation, they must be consciousness-centric and act with enlightened selfishness and compassion. Acharya Prashant further discusses the exploitation involved in consuming milk and eggs. He states that drawing milk from a mammal or using a hen for eggs is sheer exploitation. He argues that if a person is capable of exploiting other conscious beings, they will inevitably end up exploiting themselves. He also points out the biological inappropriateness of humans consuming milk from other species, noting that the milk of a buffalo is specifically designed for a buffalo calf. He concludes that to respect one's own consciousness and aim for liberation, one must refuse to exploit any conscious being and live a life that is centered on consciousness rather than bodily desires.