Dasharatha

AncientEmperorVedic India-1200 — -1150

King of Ayodhya, father of Rama, epic hero.

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Quick Facts

Born

1200 BCE

Died

1150 BCE

Country

Vedic India

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)55

Political (20%)41

Influence (20%)82

Legacy (20%)55

Leadership (15%)67

Strategy (15%)41

Total Score60.0

Dasharatha — Complete Timeline

1180 BC

Performed the Putrakameshti YajnaCultural◆ Major

King Dasharatha, childless, performed a Vedic sacrifice under sage Rishyasringa's guidance. The ritual resulted in the birth of four sons: Rama, Bharata, Lakshmana, and Shatrughna, establishing the royal lineage of Ayodhya.

Vedic RitualRoyal LineageRamayana

Impact: nationalconstructive

1165 BC

Exiled Rama to the ForestPolitical Action

Under pressure from Queen Kaikeyi, Dasharatha reluctantly ordered his eldest son Rama's exile for 14 years. This decision, bound by a previous boon, caused the king immense grief and led to his death from a broken heart.

ExileRamayanaRoyal Drama

Impact: nationaltragic