Correct option is C
Correct Option: c)
The Natyashastra by Bharata Muni is an encyclopedic treatise on performing arts, comprising 36 chapters organized in a systematic structural flow.
Information Booster:
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Natyotpatti (Chapter 1): Introduces the divine origin and mythical creation of drama by Lord Brahma.
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Purvaranga (Chapter 5): Details the preliminary stage rituals, worship, and preparation preceding the main theatrical performance.
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Rasa (Chapter 6): Expounds the foundational theory of aesthetics and emotional sentiment (Rasa Sutra).
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Bhava (Chapter 7): Elaborates on the emotional states (Vibhava, Anubhava, and Vyabhichari Bhava) that give rise to Rasa.
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Chhanda (Chapter 15): Discusses poetic metres and prosodic structures vital for theatrical verses and song composition.
Additional Knowledge:
· Chapter 2 covers
Mandapa Lakshan (theatre architecture).
· Chapters 28 to 33 specifically focus on musical instruments (
Vadya), tuning systems,
Grama-Murchana, and
Jati classification.