Dadhimukha is Sugriva's maternal uncle and the guardian of the honey grove Madhuvana, which the victorious search party raids on its way home.
RoleVanara of Kishkindha
Appears inRamayana
GroupVanaras and bears
KingdomKishkindha
First appearsSundara Kanda, Sarga 61
Sargas3 in the Valmiki Ramayana
Frequently asked questions
Who was Dadhimukha?
Sugriva's maternal uncle and guardian of Madhuvana.
Why did Dadhimukha complain to Sugriva?
Because the returning vanaras raided the honey grove.
Sources
- Valmiki Ramayana, Sundara Kanda (sargas 5.61, 5.62, 5.63)
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