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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