Character
Indrajit: FAQ & Sources
इंद्रजीत (मेघनाद)Son of Ravana; greatest warrior of Lanka. Also called Conqueror of Indra | Meghnad | Master of illusion.
Indrajit (Meghnad), the son of Ravana, was the mightiest warrior of Lanka who defeated Indra himself, bound Rama and Lakshmana with the nagpash, and was slain by Lakshmana after his secret sacrifice was disrupted.
Frequently asked questions
Who was Indrajit?
The son of Ravana and Mandodari, the greatest warrior of Lanka, also called Meghnad.
Why is he called Indrajit?
Because he defeated and captured Indra, the king of the gods — 'Indrajit' means 'conqueror of Indra'.
How did Indrajit nearly defeat Rama's army?
He bound Rama and Lakshmana with the serpent-weapon nagpash, and felled the vanara army with the Brahmastra.
How was Indrajit killed?
Lakshmana disrupted his secret Nikumbhila sacrifice, on Vibhishana's advice, and slew him in battle.
Who was Indrajit's mother?
Mandodari, the chief queen of Lanka.
Sources
- Valmiki Ramayana, Yuddha Kanda
- Tulsidas, Ramcharitmanas
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