Significance of Paravritta
Paravritta, as described in Arthashastra, encompasses a rotary movement where a fighter turns backward and involves turning back. In the context of Natyashastra, Paravritta signifies a head movement where the head is turned aside, conveying emotions like aversion or modesty and serving as a signal to others. This dual interpretation highlights the concept's relevance in both martial arts and classical dance, emphasizing its utility in movement and expression.1
Synonyms: Turned
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Hindu concept of 'Paravritta'
Paravritta in Hinduism signifies a turning back movement encompassing a head turn signaling aversion or modesty, and also refers to a rotary action in combat, highlighting both physical and symbolic meanings of turning away or redirecting.
Significance in Natyashastra (theatrics and dramaturgy):
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From: Abhinaya-darpana (English)
(1) The head is averted; implies aversion and modesty.[1] (2) A head movement where the head is turned aside, used to convey aversion, modesty, or signaling others.[2]