Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Kamban wrote the Ramayana in which of the following languages ?

Options:

Malayalam

Telugu

Tamil

Kannada

Correct Answer:

Tamil

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) - Tamil

Kamban, also known as Kambar, was a medieval Tamil poet and philosopher who is renowned for his epic work, the "Ramavataram," commonly known as the "Kamba Ramayana." Written in the Tamil language, the "Kamba Ramayana" is an adaptation of the ancient Indian epic, the Ramayana, attributed to the sage Valmiki.

Kamban's rendition of the Ramayana is considered one of the greatest literary works in Tamil literature and holds a significant place in the cultural and literary heritage of Tamil Nadu, India. The "Kamba Ramayana" consists of approximately 12,000 verses and retells the story of Lord Rama, his exile, his wife Sita's abduction by the demon king Ravana, and the eventual rescue of Sita with the help of Rama's devoted ally, Hanuman.

Kamban's portrayal of the characters, his use of vivid imagery, and his mastery of poetic language have earned widespread acclaim. The "Kamba Ramayana" is not only revered for its literary excellence but also cherished for its spiritual and philosophical insights, making it a revered text in Tamil culture.