Acharya Prashant responds to a question about the social and spiritual degeneration observed in society, particularly among the new generation. He begins by stating that what one should do depends on their role and relationship with the new generation, whether as a parent, teacher, or a member of that generation themselves. He challenges the notion that the downfall is unique to the new generation, suggesting that previous generations were not necessarily better, but perhaps just less fallen. The new generation has inherited its degeneration from its predecessors, as the conditioning comes from them. Genetically, a child born in 2020 is not significantly different from one born in 1950; the difference lies in the environment and the values they receive. The speaker argues that the new generation is not fundamentally different from the last three generations; they are merely less hypocritical. They are doing what their ancestors did, but openly, without the mask of religiosity. He gives the example of the value that there is nothing in religiosity, morality, or restraint. While older generations held this value secretly and maintained a public facade of piety, today's youth has removed that mask. This is not a new degeneration but a revelation of the true, long-held values. The speaker asserts that the values of today are the same as they were 70 years ago; the only change is that the new generation is less inclined to hide them. Acharya Prashant points to the education system as a root cause of this decline. He describes the post-independence curriculum as poisonous and dangerous, sharing a personal anecdote of making obscene parodies of saints' couplets in school, which he says was a common practice. He criticizes the system for teaching spirituality and religion as objective subjects like science or sociology, thereby stripping them of their subjective, heartfelt essence. This objective approach has led to a lack of respect for revered figures, who are now referred to without honorifics. He also mentions the influence of Western values like liberty, equality, and fraternity being misapplied to spirituality, leading to the false idea that everyone is equal in their spiritual state, which negates the need for spiritual progress. He warns that without Vedanta in homes, India is heading towards complete destruction as a nation and a religious community. It risks becoming the 'slum of the world,' with its people doing menial jobs for others. This is facilitated by destroying their inner religious pride and love for their nation, making them eager to leave for small opportunities abroad. He explains that a truly religious person possesses a deep pride that prevents them from stooping low. To make them fall, their religion must be wiped clean from within, which he believes has been done to the people of India. The speaker concludes that spirituality is not a luxury but a fundamental duty and the only medicine for the ego, which is the root of all corruption. Without the practice of spirituality (Sadhana), which involves understanding and living the truth, society will continue to suffer from numerous ailments.