Ramayana, the great Indian epic, which every Indian child grows up learning about, is also the world's longest poem, with over 3 million verses. Which city is described as the birthplace of the main protagonist, Lord Rama?
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Kashi
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Dwaraka
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Ayodhya
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Varanasi
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Correct answer
Explanation
Ayodhya, on the banks of the Sarayu River, is described as Lord Rama's birthplace in the Ramayana. It was the capital of the Kosala Kingdom ruled by Rama's father, King Dasharatha. Kashi and Varanasi refer to the same city (modern-day Varanasi) associated with Shiva, while Dwaraka is Krishna's legendary city.