Question

What are "Anubhavas" in Rasa Theory?

• A. The psychological process of emotion
• B. The direct consequences of an emotional state
• C. The main characters in a story
• D. The external beauty of literature

Answer 1

Answer:

B. The direct consequences of an emotional state

In Rasa Theory, Anubhavas are the physical or expressive manifestations of an emotion (Bhava). They are the visible and outward responses that help communicate the underlying feeling to the audience.

For example:

• Smiling, blushing, or affectionate glances in Shringara Rasa (romantic mood).

• Tears, trembling, or sighing in Karuna Rasa (pathos/melancholy).

Anubhavas help convey the Rasa (aesthetic experience) to the audience in drama, poetry, and other forms of art.