Suketu: FAQ & Sources

सुकेतु

Divine being.

Suketu is a yaksha, the father of Tataka. Brahma granted him a daughter as strong as a thousand elephants.

Updated 30 Oct 20261 source

RoleDivine being

ChildrenTataka

Appears inRamayana

GroupOther beings

KingdomOther kingdoms

First appearsBala Kanda, Sarga 25

Frequently asked questions

Who was Suketu?

A yaksha and the father of Tataka.

How did Suketu get Tataka?

As a boon from Brahma after penance.

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