Nritta Hasta

13 Hastas are categorised under Nritta Hasta. They are so named because of their usage in Aduvus.There are different ways of holding the Nritta Hastas. They can be held

- Facing Upward
- Facing Downward
- To the Right
- To the Left
- In Front


Depending on the footwork, the nritta hastas should be held in proper places.
The 13 Nritta Hastas are

  • Pataka
  • Swastika
  • Dola
  • Anjali
  • Katakavardhana
  • Shakata
  • Paasha
  • Keelaka
  • Kapitha
  • Shikhara
  • Koorma
  • Hamsasya
  • Alapadma


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