The 'Asamyuta hastas' (single-hand gestures) as per Natya Shastra number: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Asamyuta hastas' (single-hand gestures) as per Natya Shastra number:

A. 36

B. 32

C. 24

D. 28

Answer: Option D

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The Natya Shastra describes 28 Asamyuta hastas (single-hand gestures). Additionally, 24 Samyuta hastas (double-hand).

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