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MS Ancient History: Ancient India

Ancient India

Origin & Development of Indian Drama

Natya Sastra
an ancient Indian treatise on dramaturgy was attributed to the sage Bharata. He consolidated and codified various traditions in dance, mime and drama.(ca 200 B.C.-200A.D.)

Sanskrit Drama
Sanskrit Drama developed during the period 320-600
Shakuntala
a Sanskrit drama by Kalidasa (400). 
Little Clay Cart, Sanskrit Drama attributed to Shudraka( 5th Century).
Decline of Sanskrit drama(1150)
Indian Dance Drama, puppet Plays and folk plays (12th century)
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