1. The text lists several single-hand gestures known as Asamyukta Hastamudras. Five examples include Pataka (flag), Tripataka (three parts of a flag), Shukatunda (parrot’s head), Shikhara (peak) and Katakamukha (link of a bracelet). Each of these mudras has symbolic meanings and specific applications iRead more

    The text lists several single-hand gestures known as Asamyukta Hastamudras. Five examples include Pataka (flag), Tripataka (three parts of a flag), Shukatunda (parrot’s head), Shikhara (peak) and Katakamukha (link of a bracelet). Each of these mudras has symbolic meanings and specific applications in dance. For instance, Pataka represents clouds or blessings and Shikhara depicts a weapon. These hand gestures enrich the dance vocabulary, helping dancers convey emotions, actions and symbolic elements effectively.

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  2. The Manipuri song featured in the chapter is “Ha Urit Napanghi.” It is a folk song that highlights an interaction with a bird named Urit, describing its reluctance to respond to calls. The song is culturally significant as it reflects Manipuri traditions and storytelling through music. It is an examRead more

    The Manipuri song featured in the chapter is “Ha Urit Napanghi.” It is a folk song that highlights an interaction with a bird named Urit, describing its reluctance to respond to calls. The song is culturally significant as it reflects Manipuri traditions and storytelling through music. It is an example of how Indian folk songs often use nature and animals to convey deeper messages.

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  3. “Ha Urit Napanghi” is a folk song that describes a bird named Urit, which does not respond to the calls of its mother or father. The song suggests clapping hands to call the bird, emphasizing the connection between nature and human emotions. The lyrics also depict the bird’s red color and its resembRead more

    “Ha Urit Napanghi” is a folk song that describes a bird named Urit, which does not respond to the calls of its mother or father. The song suggests clapping hands to call the bird, emphasizing the connection between nature and human emotions. The lyrics also depict the bird’s red color and its resemblance to a dove, adding to the poetic nature of the song.

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  4. The song “Ha Urit Napanghi” is in Manipuri, a language spoken primarily in the Indian state of Manipur. Manipuri, also known as Meiteilon, is one of India’s recognized languages under the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution. Folk songs in Manipuri often reflect the region’s deep connection with natuRead more

    The song “Ha Urit Napanghi” is in Manipuri, a language spoken primarily in the Indian state of Manipur. Manipuri, also known as Meiteilon, is one of India’s recognized languages under the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution. Folk songs in Manipuri often reflect the region’s deep connection with nature, cultural traditions and storytelling through music.

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  5. The song “Ha Urit Napanghi” portrays Urit as a bird that does not listen to the calls of its parents. Instead, the song suggests that clapping hands might bring the bird’s attention. This folk song reflects the use of music and rhythmic sounds in traditional storytelling and highlights how nature-inRead more

    The song “Ha Urit Napanghi” portrays Urit as a bird that does not listen to the calls of its parents. Instead, the song suggests that clapping hands might bring the bird’s attention. This folk song reflects the use of music and rhythmic sounds in traditional storytelling and highlights how nature-inspired themes are common in Indian regional music. The song conveys a playful and engaging interaction with the bird, making it enjoyable for learners.

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