Ramayana: Sita's Captivity and Hanuman's Rescue
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What does Bharata do to Rama's sandals after Rama refuses to return to Ayodhya?

  • He throws them away in anger
  • He places them on the throne in Ayodhya (correct)
  • He gives them to Lakshmana as a gift
  • He wears them as a symbol of Rama's authority

    • What is the reason Ravana cannot force Sita to be his wife?

  • Because he is not powerful enough to overcome her will
  • Because he is afraid of Rama's revenge
  • Because Sita is already married to Rama (correct)
  • Because he is bound by a moral code not to force anyone to marry him

    • What is Ravana's weakness, according to the text?

  • Strong warriors
  • Magical animals
  • Holy men
  • Beautiful women (correct)

    • What is the special ability of Hanuman, the general of the monkey band?

    <p>He can fly because his father is the wind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who helps Rama search for Sita after she is abducted?

    <p>A group of monkeys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the outcome of the battle between Rama and Ravana?

    <p>Rama finally kills Ravana</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the place where Ravana takes Sita after abducting her?

    <p>Lanka</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ravana disguise himself as to trick Sita into leaving the protective circle?

    <p>A holy man</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of Rama's rule, known as Ram-rajya?

    <p>An ideal time when everyone does their dharma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Rama and Lakshman do to protect Sita before going to hunt the golden deer?

    <p>They draw a protective circle around her</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does Ravana take Sita after abducting her?

    <p>To his grove in Lanka</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Hanuman do to set Lanka afire?

    <p>He hops from house-top to house-top with his tail burning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Bharata promise to Rama when he left?

    <p>To return the kingdom after fourteen years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who abducted Sita, Rama's wife?

    <p>Ravana, the King of Lanka</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Rama build to reach Lanka and rescue Sita?

    <p>A bridge over the ocean</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Rama's condition for taking Sita back as his wife?

    <p>She had to prove her purity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city was the capital of Kosala, ruled by Dasaratha?

    <p>Aydohya</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Mahatma Gandhi's dream for modern India?

    <p>A Ram-rajya</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Rama's Story

    • Rama refuses to become king in his place, despite his brother Bharata's request, and instead follows his father's orders.
    • Bharata takes Rama's sandals and places them on the throne, promising to work for Rama's return.

    The Forest Exile

    • Rama, Sita, and Lakshman live happily in the forest, where they destroy rakshasas (evil creatures) that disturb the sages.
    • A rakshasa princess tries to seduce Rama, but Lakshman wounds her and drives her away.

    Sita's Abduction

    • The rakshasa princess tells her brother Ravana, the ten-headed ruler of Lanka, about Sita's beauty.
    • Ravana devises a plan to abduct Sita, using a magical golden deer to lure Rama and Lakshman away.
    • Ravana, disguised as a holy man, tricks Sita into leaving the protective circle and kidnaps her.

    The Search for Sita

    • Rama is heartbroken when he returns to find Sita missing, and a band of monkeys offers to help him find her.
    • Hanuman, the general of the monkey band, flies to Lanka and comforts Sita, promising her that Rama will soon come and save her.

    The Battle for Lanka

    • Ravana's men capture Hanuman, but he escapes and sets Lanka on fire by hopping from house-top to house-top with his burning tail.
    • Rama, Lakshman, and the monkey army build a causeway to Lanka and engage in a mighty battle, during which Rama kills Ravana's brothers and finally Ravana himself.

    The Return to Ayodhya

    • Rama frees Sita, and after she proves her purity, they return to Ayodhya, where Rama becomes king.
    • Rama's rule, known as Ram-rajya, is an ideal time of peace and prosperity, where everyone follows their dharma.

    Key Characters

    • Rama: the upholder of dharma, eldest son of Dasaratha, and husband of Sita.
    • Bharata: Rama's brother, who renounces the throne and works for Rama's return.
    • Sita: Rama's wife, who remains loyal to him despite being abducted by Ravana.
    • Ravana: the ten-headed ruler of Lanka, who abducts Sita and is ultimately killed by Rama.
    • Hanuman: the general of the monkey band, who helps Rama and Sita and is known for his bravery and devotion.

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    Test your knowledge of the Hindu epic Ramayana! This quiz covers the story of Sita's captivity in Ravana's palace, Hanuman's rescue mission, and the events that unfold. Can you recall the details of this pivotal moment in the Ramayana?

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