Urged by the Emperor to solemnize the installation of Sri Rama as Prince Regent, Vasishta enjoins in his turn Dasharatha's ministers, Sumantra and others, to get ready all requisites for the ceremony. Sent by Sumantra, Sri Rama in the meantime calls on his father, who announces his decision to install him as Prince Regent and also tenders some opportune advice to him. Sri Rama's chums break the news to Sri Rama's mother Kausalya; treasuring in his mind the exhortation of his father and bowing low to him, Sri Rama returns to his own apartments.
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Ayodhya Kanda Sarga 4, "Ramaya Dasharatha Syopadeshaha" (Book 2 Canto 4)

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