India, July 30 -- The recently released Ramayana trailer has reignited interest in several iconic characters from Hindu mythology, including Indra Dev, the revered King of the Gods (Devas). While Lord Rama, Sita and Ravana remain central to the epic, the trailer has also prompted many viewers to learn more about Indra Dev, his place in Hindu scriptures, his family and his significance in the larger mythological tradition.

Here is a closer look at who Indra Dev is, according to Hindu religious texts and traditional beliefs.

Who is Indra Dev?

Indra Dev is regarded as the King of the Devas and the ruler of Svarga (heaven) in Hindu mythology. He is frequently mentioned in the Rigveda, one of Hinduism's oldest sacred texts, where he is cele...