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Which Rasa was added later by Abhinavagupta?

AHāsya

BBhayānaka

CŚānta

DAdbhuta

Answer:

C. Śānta

Read Explanation:

Eight (Later Nine) Rasas:

Bharata initially describes eight Rasas, each corresponding to a dominant emotional state (Sthayi Bhava):

  • Srngara (Love, Romance) – Dominated by delight.

  • Hasya (Laughter, Humor) – Dominated by amusement.

  • Raudra (Anger) – Dominated by fury.

  • Karuṇa (Compassion, Sadness) – Dominated by sorrow.

  • Vira (Courage) – Dominated by heroism.

  • Bhayanaka (Fear) – Dominated by terror.

  • Bibhatsa (Disgust) – Dominated by revulsion.

  • Adbhuta (Wonder) – Dominated by amazement.

Later, a ninth Rasa was added:

  • Śanta (Peace, Tranquility) – Dominated by calmness.


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