SCENES FROM INDIAS RAMAYANA: RAMAS JOURNEY
Author(s): Vipul SaklaniAbstract
The Ramayana one of the most profound epics of India narrates the divine journey of Lord Rama encapsulating ethical spiritual and social dimensions of life. This research paper examines critical scenes from the Ramayana focusing on Rama’s journey and the narrative structure that highlights his virtues trials and moral decisions. The study adopts a thematic literary and cultural approach analyzing episodes such as Rama’s exile encounters with sages battles with demons and the ultimate triumph of dharma over adharma. Emphasis is placed on the literary techniques symbolism and philosophical undertones that guide the interpretation of Rama’s journey while also exploring the relevance of these narratives in contemporary moral and cultural contexts. By examining these scenes the research provides insight into the construction of heroism duty and righteousness highlighting the role of epic storytelling in shaping Indian cultural identity. This study further engages with comparative interpretations of the Ramayana across regional historical and performance traditions thereby situating Rama’s journey within both literary and socio-cultural frameworks.