Indian Classical Dances – UPSC GS1
The Indian classical dances have two basic aspects: Tandava (movement and rhythm) and Lasya (grace, bhava and rasa). The three main components of them are: Natya: the dramatic element of the dance i.e. the imitation of characters. Nritta: the dance movements in their basic form. Nritya: expressional component i.e. mudras or gestures. The nine rasas are: Love Heroism Pathos Humour Anger Fear Disgust Wonder …