Question

According to Dasgupta, what completes the experience of Rasa?

• A. A proper blend of Vibhava, Anubhava, and Vyabhichari Bhava
• B. The dramatic plot of a literary work
• C. The use of Sanskrit meters
• D. The presence of a strong hero in the story

Answer 1

Answer:

A. A proper blend of Vibhava, Anubhava, and Vyabhichari Bhava

According to Surendranath Dasgupta, the experience of Rasa is completed when there is a harmonious interaction between:

• Vibhava (Determinants) – The causes or stimuli of emotions.

• Anubhava (Consequents) – The outward expressions of emotions.

• Vyabhichari Bhava (Transitory emotions) – The fleeting emotions that support the dominant emotion (Sthayi Bhava).

When these elements work together, they lead to the realization of Rasa, which is the ultimate aesthetic experience for the audience.