Character
Kausalya: FAQ & Sources
कौसल्याEldest queen of Ayodhya; mother of Rama. Also called Mother of Rama | Chief queen of Dasharatha.
Kausalya was the eldest queen of Dasharatha and mother of Rama, a figure of dignity and quiet strength who bore the loss of her son's coronation and his exile with grace rather than bitterness.
Frequently asked questions
Who was Kausalya?
The eldest and chief queen of Dasharatha and the mother of Rama in the Ramayana.
Why is Kausalya important?
She bore Rama, the avatar of Vishnu, and is honoured for her dignity and steadfastness through the grief of his exile.
How did Kausalya react to Rama's exile?
With deep sorrow but without bitterness; she blessed Rama and bore her loss with grace.
Who were Kausalya's co-queens?
Kaikeyi, mother of Bharata, and Sumitra, mother of Lakshmana and Shatrughna.
Sources
- Valmiki Ramayana, Bala and Ayodhya Kanda
- Tulsidas, Ramcharitmanas
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