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Kekaya: FAQ & Sources
केकयKekaya is the kingdom of Queen Kaikeyi's family, ruled by her father Ashwapati. Bharata is staying there when Rama is exiled and Dasharatha dies.
RegionNorthwest Punjab region (present day Pakistan)
Frequently asked questions
Where was Kekaya?
In the northwest, usually placed in the Punjab region.
Why is Kekaya important in the Ramayana?
It was Kaikeyi's home, where Bharata stayed during the exile crisis.
Sources
- Valmiki Ramayana
- Location debated; usually placed between the Jhelum and Beas rivers
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