Critically analyze how the Bhava-Rasa theory, as expounded by Abhinavagupta, has shaped the understanding and appreciation of Indian art.

The Bhava-Rasa theory is a fundamental concept in Indian art, particularly in the fields of classical Indian dance, music, and drama. It explores the emotional and aesthetic experiences evoked in the audience through the portrayal of different emotions by the ..

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"Because of its unique geographical location the Kashmir Valley has been a meeting ground of diverse races and cultures through the centuries". Examine how Kashmir has contributed to India's art and culture.

Kashmir’s geographical location explains its cultural history. On the other hand its isolation brings out its originality of Kashmiri thought. Apart from Abhinavagupta’s works, the following works are also the remarkable contributions made by the people of Kashmir to the ..

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Gandhara sculpture owed as much to the Romans as to the Greeks. Explain.

The art of Gandhara, an ancient region in what is now northern Pakistan and eastern Afghanistan, was heavily influenced by Greek and Roman styles. This is because Gandhara was located at the crossroads of several major trade routes, and its ..

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