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Geeta Rahasya - Srimad Bhagwatgeeta Volume – 2, by Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak, is an elaborated description of The Bhagavad Gita in a language that is easily comprehensible even by the most common man, who is interested in understanding the philosophy behind the Gita. Summary of the Book The Bhagavad Gita, being one of the holiest and the most extensive religious scriptures, has been an eternal source of various philosophies and human values from ages. Believed to have been preached by the God himself to Arjuna, a warrior, during the battle of Kurukshetra, Bhagavad Gita encompasses a treasure of teachings by the Supreme Being to a common man on general conduct in different circumstances that arise during one's existence. In this descriptive work, based on his expansive knowledge and experience of interacting with the material world, bolstered with his innate spiritual attributes, Bal Gangadhar Tilak has brought out clear explanations to the verses of the Gita with an utmost quality of insight and deep understanding. Geeta Rahasya is truly a remarkable work by a fascinating persona, which rightly follows its title in demystifying the intricate messages of the Gita. About Bal Gangadhar Tilak Bal Gangadhar Tilak was born on 23 July, 1856. He is fondly remembered as Lokmanya, for his composed ways of freedom fighting, journalism, and social reforms. He was one of the foremost leaders of the Indian Independence Movement. He was referred to as the Father of the Indian Unrest by the British authorities. He is famous for his quote, "Swaraj is my birth right, and I shall have it!" He has also written the book, The Arctic Home in the Vedas.