Acharya Prashant clarifies that Vedanta is a universal philosophy rather than a religion. He explains that while religions often rely on specific gods, messengers, holy books, and commandments, Vedanta is a pure exploration of truth and the nature of the self. He emphasizes that Vedanta is not a belief system and does not impose rules regarding rituals, lifestyle, or social conduct. Instead, it addresses the core existential questions of who one is and why one suffers, making it applicable to all human beings regardless of their religious or cultural background.