Shloka 5.65.3
सीतावृत्तान्तनिवेदनम् / Report of Sītā’s Condition and Tokens of Recognition
रावणान्तः पुरे रोधं राक्षसीभिश्च तर्जनम्।रामे समनुरागं च यश्चायं समयः कृतः।।।।एतदाख्यान्ति ते सर्वे हरयो रामसन्निधौ।
rāmasya gaditaṃ śrutvā harayo rāmasannidhau |
codayanti hanūmantaṃ sītāvṛttāntakovidam ||
Hearing Rama’s words in his presence, the vanaras urged Hanuman—well-versed in the full account of Sita—to speak and relate it.
The monkeys in Rama's presence narrated all about Sita's detention in Ravana'sAshoka garden, the ogresses threatening her and the time limit fixed by Ravana (for her survival).
Dharma as right counsel and right speech: the community turns to the most competent, truthful witness to prevent confusion and guide righteous action.
Rama asks about Sita; the vanaras direct Hanuman to narrate since he personally saw her and knows the details.
Competence joined with integrity—Hanuman is chosen because he is both knowledgeable and reliable.