New Delhi, Aug. 18 -- Upon Lord Rama's return to Ayodhya after fourteen years of exile alongside Sita and Lakshmana, their homecoming following the lengthy banishment and triumph over Ravana was met with great celebration. The citizens illuminated the city of Ayodhya to welcome them. The populace became aware of Sita's abduction by Ravana and her subsequent rescue from captivity. In the aftermath, whispers and rumours circulated throughout Ayodhya concerning Sita's purity during her time in Ravana's hold.

The Valmiki Ramayana recounts the Agni Pariksha, or trial by fire, that Sita underwent, which has been subject to various interpretations. Some interpretations suggest that Sita willingly chose to undergo the pariksha to demonstrate her...