Did Bharata Forgive Kaikeyi?

Bharata's reign was righteous, and the kingdom was safe and prosperous, but he continuously longed for Rama's return. During this period he failed to forgive his mother Kaikeyi, and faithfully served Kousalya, Ram's mother, and Sumitra, Lakshman's mother.

Did Bharat ever forgive Kaikeyi?

Realizing her mistake, Kaikeyi repented sending her most beloved son away for 14 years. After Rama's return, she apologized to him for her sins. Rama touched her feet and said there was no need to ask for forgiveness as he didn't feel bad about what happened and he insisted Bharata to forgive his mother.

Who advised Kaikeyi?

Manthara reminds Kaikeyi of the two boons Dasharatha had given her when she had once saved his life in a celestial battle. Kaikeyi had kept these boons for later and Manthara declares that this is the right time to ask for them. She advises Kaikeyi to lie in her room wearing soiled clothes and no ornaments.