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Kaikeyi

Kaikeyi is a key character from the Indian epic Ramayana, known for her complex personality. She was one of King Dasharatha’s three queens and very influential in the royal court. Driven by desire and her own fears, she demanded that her son Bharata be made king and that Prince Rama be exiled for 14 years, which led to significant events in the story. Her actions reflect themes of loyalty, ambition, and conflict. Despite her role in these events, her character also explores human flaws and the consequences of personal desires.