Sita is one of the most revered figures in the Hindu epic Ramayana. She is considered an **avatar of Goddess Lakshmi**, the consort of Lord Vishnu, who incarnated as Rama.
Born from the earth (Bhūmi), Sita was adopted by King Janaka of Mithila.
She chose Rama as her husband in a swayamvara by lifting Shiva’s bow.
During Rama’s exile, she was **abducted by Ravana**, the demon king of Lanka, which triggered the central conflict of the epic.
After her rescue, she underwent the **Agni Pariksha** (trial by fire) to prove her purity.
Sita embodies **purity, resilience, and loyalty**.
Her journey challenges traditional gender roles, showing strength in adversity.
She is worshipped as a **goddess of devotion and virtue**, especially during festivals like **Sita Navami**.