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Essay name: Kamashastra and Classical Sanskrit literature (study)

Author: Vishwanath K. Hampiholi
Affiliation: Karnatak University / Department of Sanskrit

This essay in English studies the influence of Kamashastra on classical Sanskrit literature by exploring the significance of Kama (sexual desire) within Indian philosophy and literature. It is highlighted tat ancient Indians valued both spiritual and worldly aspects of life. The treatise "Kamasutra" by Vatsyayana is highlighted as a pioneering erotic text, addressing sexual pleasure as an art form.

Chapter 2 - Kamasutra part 1 (Sadharana-adhikarana)—Critical study

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External source: Shodhganga (Repository of Indian theses)


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changing the forms of words, 47)knowledge of vernacular
dialects, 48) art of making flower carriages, 49) know-
ledge of omens, 50) framing mystical diagrams, 51) remember-
ing everything, 52) showing intelligence, 53) composing
poems in the mind, 54) knowledge of dictionaries, 55) know-
ledge of prosody, 56) commenting on poems, 57) art of
chainging the appearance of things, 58) hiding through
clothes, 59) various ways of gambling, 60) gambling
having understood the heart of dices, 61) preparing toys
for children sports, 62) art of discipline, 63) art of
winning, 64) knowledge of gymnastics.
All these arts help the young people in one or the
other way in their life. These arts are useful not only
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to gain love but also to lead a happy life. The classical
Sanskrit literature gives many examples of heroes and
heroines who were well-versed in these arts. Malayavati
of the Nagananda was knowing the art of singing. Mahāśvetā
in the Kadambari was playing on lute. Kalidasa's Malavika
knew the art of dancing. Priyadarśikā of Śrīharṣa was
acquainted with drawing and painting. Many maid-servants
were educated in preparing the bed according to the cir-
cumstances. Females in the harem were expert in water-
sport. Vasavadatta of Bhasa had profound knowledge of
the art of stringing various garlands. Anasuyɛ̃ and

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