Rhythm, Melody, and Movement · Performing Arts

Mudras: The Language of Hands

Understanding how hand gestures in classical dance forms like Bharatanatyam convey specific meanings.

Key Questions

  1. 1How can a single hand gesture represent multiple different objects or emotions?
  2. 2In what ways does the body become a visual poem during a dance?
  3. 3How does facial expression complement the movement of the hands?

CBSE Learning Outcomes

CBSE: Indian Classical Dance: Mudras and Expressions - Class 7
Class: Class 7
Subject: Fine Arts
Unit: Rhythm, Melody, and Movement
Period: Performing Arts

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