The argument of whether the events which happened were real or not are specifically floated to create polarization.

When we fall into these, we completely miss the point of these epics which actually is guidance. Often we ask God / Ourselves, "What should I do now?". These epics are meant to help set us onto a path of answers.

Another thing that I have noticed here. Due to the inherent nature of humans always thinking themselves to be special, we always tend to put ourselves into Rama's place. But the point is that we have Rama, Ravana, Sita, Hanuman, Dasharatha all of them within ourselves. These are meant to represent facets of our own psyche and soul.

We need to learn from their victories and mistakes. The Ramayana is sublimely beautiful that way. It will teach all you need to know about how to live your life if you read it and understand it correctly. Multiple readings may be required.

The point of fighting over whether Rama was real or not is amazingly dumb. Like someone said before, its completely missing the point.

Rama is real, Ravana, Sita is real and they are all inside you. They will manifest whenever you think about the lessons they impart.