Among its many poignant episodes, the Agni Pariksha (trial by fire) of Sita has sparked endless debate and interpretation. This narrative, which showcases the intersection of love, duty ...

However, by the time they reached Rameswaram, Rama asked Sita to perform the agni-pareeksha which meant she had to walk through fire to prove her purity. Soon after, Agni, the fire god was called ...