Question

What is the dominant emotion (Sthayi Bhava) of Hāsya Rasa?

• A. Laughter
• B. Anger
• C. Love
• D. Fear

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Laughter

he dominant emotion (Sthayi Bhava) of Hāsya Rasa is Hasa, which means mirth. 

Explanation

• Sthayi Bhava: A static emotion 

• Hāsya Rasa: The rasa created by the Sthayi Bhava of Hasa 

• Rasa: A temporary mental state that is the dominant emotion in a dramatic piece 

• Bhava: An emotion that creates a sense of enjoyment or experience 

Bharata Muni's Natyashastra lists eight Sthayibhavas, each corresponding to a rasa.