Ramayana — Sundara Kanda, Sarga 16, Shloka 17
षोडशः सर्गः (Sarga 16): Hanumān’s Recognition of Sītā and Renewed Lament
विक्रान्तस्यार्यशीलस्य संयुगेष्न्विवर्तिनः।स्नुषा दशरथस्यैषा ज्येष्ठा राज्ञो यशस्विनी।।5.16.17।।
vikrāntasyāryaśīlasya saṃyugeṣv anivartinaḥ | snuṣā daśarathasyaiṣā jyeṣṭhā rājño yaśasvinī ||5.16.17||
This renowned lady is the eldest daughter-in-law of King Daśaratha—valiant, noble in conduct, and one who never turned back from battle without triumph.
"She is the loving wife of the righteous, grateful, wise and self-realised Rama. She has fallen into the hands of these she-demons.
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Recognition of maryādā and lineage-dharma: Sita is honored not merely as a captive woman but as the illustrious daughter-in-law of a righteous royal house, affirming her dignity and moral status.
Hanuman, observing Sita in captivity, confirms her identity by recalling her royal connections and the virtues of Daśaratha’s line.
Yaśas (moral renown) and kula-śīla (noble family conduct), reflecting the Ramayana’s emphasis on ethical reputation grounded in righteous action.