What is lakshman rekha?

Lakshman Rekha is a line drawn by Lakshman, the brother of Lord Rama, in the Hindu epic Ramayana. According to the story, when Lord Rama's wife Sita was kidnapped by the demon king Ravana, Lakshman drew a line around their hut in the forest as a protective boundary. He told Sita not to step outside the line as it would break the protective spell. This became known as the Lakshman Rekha.

In modern times, the phrase "Lakshman Rekha" is often used to refer to a boundary or limit beyond which one should not cross. It is used in the context of moral or ethical boundaries and is often invoked to caution someone against overstepping their limits. The phrase has also become synonymous with the idea of protecting oneself or others from danger.