How well do you know the Rāmāyaṇa?

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Who is traditionally ascribed as the author of the Rāmāyaṇa?

Maharishi Valmiki (correct)
Ravana
Sita
King Dasharatha

What is the reason behind Rama's fourteen-year exile to the forest?

His stepmother's request (correct)
His father's order
His wife's request
His own desire to explore the forest

Who kidnaps Sita in the Rāmāyaṇa?

Lakshmana
Ravana (correct)
Rama
King Dasharatha

Which kingdom did Rama belong to in the Rāmāyaṇa?

Kosala (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who urged Rama's fourteen-year exile to the forest in the Rāmāyaṇa?

Kaikeyi (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the genre of the Rāmāyaṇa in Hinduism?

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Study Notes

Authorship and Genre

The Rāmāyaṇa is traditionally ascribed to the authorship of Valmiki.
The Rāmāyaṇa is an epic poem and an integral part of Hindu mythology, belonging to the genre of Itihāsa.

Rama's Exile

Rama's fourteen-year exile to the forest was due to his stepmother, Queen Kaikeyi's, jealousy and manipulation.
Kaikeyi urged Rama's exile as she wanted her son, Bharata, to become the king.

Rama and Sita

Rama belonged to the kingdom of Ayodhya.
Sita, Rama's wife, was kidnapped by Ravana.

Key Characters

Rama is the protagonist of the Rāmāyaṇa.
Ravana, the king of Lanka, is the main antagonist who kidnaps Sita.

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Test your knowledge of the ancient Hindu epic, the Rāmāyaṇa, with this quiz! From the legendary prince Rama to his fourteen-year exile, this quiz will challenge your understanding of one of the most important epics in Hinduism. See how well you know the characters, plot, and themes of this Sanskrit masterpiece.