Ramayana Retold By C. Rajagopalachari Contents < Desktop >

XLII. Sugreeva’s Doubts Cleared, XLIII. The Slaying of Vaali Hanuman's Heroism XLVII. Son of Vayu, LIII. Sita and Hanuman Yuddha Kanda The Great Battle LXVI. The Great Causeway, LXXIV. End of Ravana Conclusion Aftermath and Ethics LXXV. The 465 (Epilogue) Core Philosophical Themes

XXXI. The Soorpanakha Episode, XXXV. The Golden Stag, XXXVI. The Good Bird Jatayu The Monkey Alliance RAMAYANA retold by C. Rajagopalachari Contents

: Through characters like Hanuman and Lakshmana, the text highlights the spiritual dimension of selfless service and bhakti (devotion). Son of Vayu, LIII

: Rama is portrayed as the "Ideal Man," whose unwavering commitment to duty—even at extreme personal cost—serves as a moral guide. End of Ravana Conclusion Aftermath and Ethics LXXV

: A recurring philosophical highlight in the book is the idea that truthfulness must be tested by its harmlessness; it should not needlessly hurt others. Literary Significance

Rajaji considered this work, along with his retelling of the Mahabharata , to be his "best service" to the people of India.