In the Hindu epic Ramayana, Bharata is one of the four
brothers of Lord Rama, the protagonist. Bharata is the second son of King
Dasharatha of Ayodhya and Queen Kaikeyi. Mandavi, on the other hand, is the
daughter of King Janaka of Mithila (also known as Videha) and Queen Sunayana.
Mandavi is the sister of Sita, Rama's wife.
The relationship between Bharata and Mandavi is portrayed as
one of mutual respect and understanding. Though their marriage is arranged,
they are shown to care for each other and support one another in their
respective roles. Mandavi, like her sister Urmila, demonstrates loyalty to her
husband and his family, even though she may not have anticipated the
circumstances of her marriage to Bharata.
Their relationship, while not as prominently featured as
that of Rama and Sita or Lakshmana and Urmila, nevertheless symbolizes the
familial bonds and the sense of duty that are prevalent themes throughout the
Ramayana.