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17 July 2026

Kamban's Ramayana and devotion

Kamban's Ramayana is a significant literary work in Indian culture, providing useful context for questions on regional literature and the evolution of epic traditions in India.

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Notes

  • Kamban's Ramayana consists of 10,569 stanzas, each containing four lines.
  • The epic maintains fidelity to the original storyline of Valmiki while employing a distinct poetic style.
  • In the text, Sita is described as an incarnation of Mahalakshmi, discovered by King Janaka of Mithila while ploughing the earth for a yaga.
  • The name 'Sita' is derived from the Sanskrit word 'seet', referring to the edge of a plough.
  • The narrative emphasizes the concept of divine manifestation (avatar) on earth to assist devotees.
  • The text highlights the grandeur of Mithila, specifically noting the architectural features like flagpoles and ramparts.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of regional literary adaptations of the Ramayana in shaping the cultural and devotional landscape of medieval India. 150 words
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Prelims

  1. According to Kamban's Ramayana, what is the etymological origin of the name 'Sita'?

  2. How many stanzas are contained in Kamban's Ramayana?

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