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How many rasas are there in Bharatnatyam

  1. 10

  2. 9

  3. 5

  4. 2
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Bharatnatyam (and Indian aesthetics per Natya Shastra) recognizes 9 rasas (emotional states): shringara (love), hasya (joy), karuna (compassion), raudra (anger), veera (courage), bhayanaka (fear), bibhatsa (disgust), adbhuta (wonder), and shanta (peace). These form the emotional foundation of classical dance expression.

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