Consider the following statements: Statement I: Classical Sanskrit drama generally avoided tragic endings and sought to restore harmony and social order at the end of a play. Statement II: According to the Natyashastra, the primary objective of Indian theatre was the attainment of rasa (aesthetic experience) rather than catharsis through tragedy. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements? |ForumIAS

Q. Consider the following statements:
Statement I: Classical Sanskrit drama generally avoided tragic endings and sought to restore harmony and social order at the end of a play.
Statement II: According to the Natyashastra, the primary objective of Indian theatre was the attainment of rasa (aesthetic experience) rather than catharsis through tragedy.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

[A] Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, and Statement II correctly explains Statement I.

[B] Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, but Statement II does not correctly explain Statement I.

[C] Statement I is correct, but Statement II is incorrect.

[D] Statement I is incorrect, but Statement II is correct.

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation: Indian classical theatre, as described in the Natyashastra, emphasized the experience of rasa-aesthetic enjoyment and emotional insight. Consequently, Sanskrit dramas generally avoided tragic conclusions and instead restored harmony, dharma, and social balance, unlike Greek theatre which emphasized catharsis through tragedy.

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