About Us
Welcome to the International Gita Olympiad by ISKCON: Discover the timeless wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita!
Join students from across the world in a prestigious event dedicated to the study and practical application of the Bhagavad Gita.
Inaugurated on October 12, 2023 at ISKCON Kurukshetra, launched by HH Gopal Krishna Goswami Maharaja, the Olympiad invites participants to understand, appreciate, and apply the Gita's teachings through thought-provoking questions and real-life scenarios — fostering wisdom, discipline, and character.
Be part of a movement that aims to shape the future generation into value-driven global citizens.
Explore a comprehensive look at the Olympiad's journey — its impact, growth, and significance. Discover the exponential rise in participation, reaching 1,16,000+ students across 45+ countries in Oct 2023 – Dec 2025. Experience an inclusive and engaging question format designed to encourage reflection and critical thinking.
What is
ISKCON?
The International Society for Krishna Consciousness coordinates the International Gita Olympiad — a global movement spreading Vedic wisdom and the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, in partnership with leading universities and government bodies.
650+
Temples
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Countries
7B+
Meals served
1966
Founded
Founder Ācārya
A.C. Bhaktivedanta
Swami Prabhupāda
At an age when most retire, Śrīla Prabhupāda sailed to America with forty rupees and a conviction that the world needed Krishna's message. Within twelve years he circled the globe fourteen times and translated over 70 volumes of Vedic scripture.
"Our mission is to go door-to-door and make the whole world Krishna conscious."— ŚRĪLA PRABHUPĀDA
1896
Born in Calcutta
1965
Sailed alone to America, age 69
1966
Founded ISKCON in New York
1977
Departed, leaving 108 temples
ISKCON Activities
Serving humanity through devotion, education, and compassion.
Food for Life
The world's largest plant-based food relief program, feeding millions across 60 countries.
7B+
meals served
Vedic Education
One of the world's largest publishers of ancient Indian philosophy and scripture.
500M+
books distributed
Cultural Festivals
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650+
temples worldwide
Eco-Villages
Sustainable farm communities embodying simple living and high thinking.
100+
countries reached
"The International Gita Olympiad is proudly conducted under the guidance of ISKCON, carrying this vision to students across the world."