Major 13
Name: rathod harshita Sub: major 13 english Exploring indian knowledge system: texts, traditions and worldviews Sem - 5 Class assignment 1. Explain the integrated framework of Indian poetics with reference to key concepts like rasa, alankāra, rīti, vakrokti, and aucitya. The Integrated Framework of Indian Poetics Indian poetics, known as Sāhitya-śāstra, represents one of the world’s richest traditions of literary theory and aesthetics. Rooted in ancient philosophical thought, it does not treat literature merely as an artistic expression but as a profound means to understand human emotions, beauty, and truth. The framework of Indian poetics is not a single, uniform system but a harmonious synthesis of various theories developed by scholars over centuries. Central among these are the concepts of Rasa, Alankāra, Rīti, Vakrokti, and Aucitya, which together form an integrated understanding of literary creation and appreciation. 1. The Aesthetic Foundation of Indian Po...