Bharat's loyalty from "summary" of Scion of Ikshvaku by Amish,Amish Tripathi
Bharat's loyalty and commitment to his people are exemplary, as he puts the needs of his people before his own. He stands by his convictions no matter what, making him a great leader. His courage and strength of character are inspiring.- In spite of all the odds faced against him, it is Bharat's dedication and selfless sacrifice that he will be remembered for. Not just in Indian folklore but across generations , he has been praised for never accepting reclusion or giving up easy on his promise of filling in Rama’s vacated position as ruler and maintainer of the kingdom.
- This impressionable devotion came from how Bharat believed that he had a moral obligation to support Rama no matter what. This unwavering commitment would lead to Bharat taking initiative in fulfilling Rama’s important duties and sacrificially devoting himself for the betterment of society and those around him.
- From the reign of Ramchandra, King of Ayodha, Bharat's sense of responsibility and loyalty was outshone only by his refusal to take any credit for it. His worshipful devotion to his elder brother, Rama, marked him as a model prince —dharma personified— throughout India even in modern times.
- When Rama asked Bharat to return the throne back after his years away, saying “if you still desire peace and honor, bear with my yoke," - his response was one of genuine loyalty and eagerness to uphold his responsibility no matter the cost.
- He wanted nothing more than to fill the shoes of his beloved elder brother, because true loyalty does not mean blind obedience so much as attuning yourself to another's need while finding joy in its fulfillment. It was through Bharat's passionate commitment that he proved himself worthy of this responsibility.
