Introduction
Gavaksha is a Vanara chief who is named among the commanders of Sugriva's army during the search for Sita and the war in Lanka.
In the war
Gavaksha is one of the many Vanara leaders who fought against the Rakshasas.
Gavaksha
A Vanara commander in the army of Sugriva.
Accounts of this vary across texts and traditions. This entry primarily follows Valmiki Ramayana, with other tellings (Ramcharitmanas (Tulsidas), Regional and folk traditions) noted where relevant.
Sources
- Valmiki Ramayana, Yuddhakanda (primary text) — https://www.valmikiramayan.net/
This entry is independently written for myVamsam using the sources listed above. Where traditions differ, this entry identifies the relevant tradition rather than presenting one account as universally established fact.