Select the correct alternative on the basis of the statements given about ‘Rasa’.

Statement I: It is the aesthetic experience that one derives while enjoying an artistic presentation.

Statement II: It deals with the creation of human sentiments in the spectator or the aesthete.

The correct answer is Both Statement I and Statement II are true.

Key Points

•  Rasa is a fundamental concept for performing literature, arts, and visual arts.
• The term is originated from Sanskrit meaning juice or taste or flavour.
• The written text is noted in Natyashastra compiled by Bharat Muni.
• Bharat Muni identifies eight primary Rasas,  a ninth was added later.

Additional Information

• The concept of "rasa" is about the experience of the spectator or aesthete.
• The nine rasa's are:
  • Shringara (Erotic)
  • Hasya (Humorous).
  • Raudra (Furious).
  • Karuṇa (Pathetic).
  • Bibhatsa (Odious).
  • Bhayanaka (Terrible).
  • Veera (Heroic).
  • Adbhuta (Marvelous).
  • Santa (Peaceful).
• The Rasa is involved in many Dance forms such as Bharatanatyam, Kuchhipuddi, in music such as classical musical ragas, in poetry such as narrative techniques.