A book designed to bridge the significant gap between the pervasive hype surrounding Artificial Intelligence and its practical, everyday understanding, particularly for an Indian audience. It addresses the common perception of AI as an inaccessible and elite technology, arguing instead that it is a set of powerful tools built on concepts anyone can learn.The book is written for a diverse group of beginners-including students, non-technical professionals, entrepreneurs, and educators-who wish to move beyond the headlines and genuinely understand how AI works. Its approach is guided by three core principles: prioritizing clarity over complexity by using intuitive analogies instead of dense math; ensuring contextual relevance with Indian-centric examples like UPI payments and local agriculture; and structuring a learning journey that progresses from foundational concepts to practical application.