King Janaka of Mithila had no children. One day, he was ploughing the field during a sacred ritual.
While ploughing, he found a baby girl inside the earth (furrow).
The king was amazed and believed she was a divine gift from Mother Earth
He adopted the child and named her Sita
🌍 Meaning of the Name "Sita"
The name Sita comes from the Sanskrit word "Seeta", meaning:
Furrow (the line made by a plough in the soil)
🌟 Divine Identity
Sita is believed to be:
An incarnation of Goddess Lakshmi
Born from the Earth (Bhumi Devi)
👑 Upbringing
She was raised as the princess of Mithila by King Janaka
Known for her beauty, kindness, and strength
💫 Special Fact
Because she was found in the earth, Sita is also called:
Bhumija (daughter of Earth)