Frequently asked questions
Who was Prahasta?
Ravana's maternal uncle and commander in chief.
Who killed Prahasta?
The vanara commander Nila.
Sources
- Valmiki Ramayana, Sundara Kanda (sargas 5.44, 5.50)
- Valmiki Ramayana, Yuddha Kanda (sargas 6.8, 6.11, 6.12, 6.36, 6.57, 6.58)
- Valmiki Ramayana, Uttara Kanda (sargas 7.14)
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