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Abstract

Indian classical Dances contain different elements through which a Dance form can be presented gracefully. The gestures and postures of Indian classical dances are very particular as in every classical dance form; the views of ancient scriptures on Dance seem to be followed. The Nyastra is regarded as the most authentic work on Dance and Drama. The Viudharmottarapura as well as the Abhinayadarpaa also seem to follow the path of the Nyastra as both of these works talk about different elements of Indian classical Dances. But in some context, different point of views of these two works also can be noticed as both have their own perspectives and practices. Asayuktahastas i.e. single hand gestures are the most integral element of Indian classical Dances, through which the dancers can project a concept in front of the audience with the help of hand gestures. So, in this present paper an attempt has been made to highlight a comparative study between the Viudharmottarapura and the Abhinayadarpaa regarding the context of Asayuktahastas i.e. single hand gestures.