Question

What is the Natya Shastra? Why is it important?

Answer 1

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The Nātya Shastra of Bharata it is a document that has 36 chapters written by what is believed to be several authors, although its main author is Bharata Muni, between 400 and 200 B.C.

It describes the origins of the dance, music and drama of India.

It is an extremely important document precisely because of that, because the whole story of how the different arts evolved in India is in the Natya-shastra.

As we know, India has a wide culture and religions. As well as traditions, dances and different ceremonies. Therefore, this document is very important to understand the origins of this country.

Answer 2

Natyashastra, in full Bharata Natyashastra, also called Natyasastra, detailed treatise and handbook on dramatic art that deals with all aspects of classical Sanskrit theatre. ... Its primary importance lies in its justification of Indian drama as a vehicle of religious enlightenment.