List of characters in Ramayana

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Ramayana characters - Rama and Sita enthroned, surrounded by sage Vashishtha and Rama's brothers Lakshmana, Bharata, Shatrughna. Hanuman seated at the feet of Rama 2016 Singapur, Rochor, Swiatynia Sri Krishnan (21).jpg
Ramayana characters - Rama and Sita enthroned, surrounded by sage Vashishtha and Rama's brothers Lakshmana, Bharata, Shatrughna. Hanuman seated at the feet of Rama

Ramayana is one of the two major Sanskrit ancient epics (Itihasas) of Hindu literature. It was composed by sage Valmiki. This is a list of important figures that appear in the epic.

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Rama releasing Ahalya from curse. Lakshmana and sage Vishvamitra are present. Ahalya rama.jpg
Rama releasing Ahalya from curse. Lakshmana and sage Vishvamitra are present.

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Rama and his brothers in the company of Raja Dashratha and his three queens. Rama and his brothers in the company of Raja Dashratha and his three queens.jpg
Rama and his brothers in the company of Raja Dashratha and his three queens.

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Meghanada In The War Fighting With Lakshmana. Lakshamana fights Indrajit.jpg
Meghanada In The War Fighting With Lakshmana.

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Hanuman fells Jambumali Hanuman fells Jambumali.jpg
Hanuman fells Jambumali

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Nila

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R

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Sita in Jain Ramayana. (left) Swarn Jain temple, Gwalior - Ram.jpg
Sita in Jain Ramayana. (left)

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