Kumarasambhavam of Kalidasa is a mahakavya – epic poem – in eight cantos. Kumarasambhavam is of great importance because the story deals with the marriage of Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The marriage was necessary to save the universe as only through the marriage can Kumara take birth. From the divine union appeared Kumara, Muruga or Kartikeya, to destroy Tarakasura. Story of Kumarasambhavam Shiva was engrossed in self-contemplation after the death of Mata Sati. Demon Tarakasura was creating havoc in the world after getting the boon that he can be only annihilated by a son born of Shiva. Mata Sati, takes the form of Goddess Parvati, is born again on earth as the daughter of Himavan, the mountain king. From a young age, she dedicates herself to serving Shiva who was meditating in the mountains. Indra, the king of Devas, suffered huge setbacks in the battle against Demon Tarakasura. With Shiva showing no interest in Goddess Par