Question
In the context of cultural history of India, a pose in dance and dramatics called ‘Tribhanga’ has been a favourite of Indian artists from ancient times till today. Which one of the following statements best describes this pose?
(a) One leg is bent and the body is slightly but oppositely curved at waist and neck
(b) Facial expressions, hand gestures and make-up are combined to symbolize certain epic or historic characters
(c) Movements of body, face and hands are used to express oneself or to tell a story
(d) A little smile, slightly curved waist and certain hand gestures are emphasized to express the feelings of love or eroticism
Answer:
A
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Explanation:
The pose called 'Tribhanga' in dance and dramatics is best described by option (a) One leg is bent and the body is slightly but oppositely curved at waist and neck. In this pose, the body takes an S-shaped or three-bend posture, where one leg is bent, and the body is curved in a graceful and asymmetrical manner at the waist and neck. This pose is commonly used in classical Indian dance forms like Odissi and Bharatanatyam to depict beauty, grace, and expressiveness.