The Ramayana revolves around Rama's life journey - his birth, education, marriage, exile, Sita's abduction, battle with Ravana, and eventual return to Ayodhya. While other characters like Ravana (the antagonist), Dasaratha (Rama's father), and Vishwamitra (the sage who guided young Rama) play important roles, the entire epic is structured around Rama's experiences and his embodiment of dharma.