Read the Question carefully and choose the correct option.
According to Dhananjaya, there are five elements of the plot, parallelwith the five stages of the action, from these respectively arise the five junctures (Samdhi). What is the correct sequence of these junctures?
A. Avamarsa
B. mukha
C. pratimukha
D. upasamhrti
E. gurbha
Dhananjaya, in Dasharupaka, elaborates on five Sandhis (junctures)—key structural elements in a dramatic plot. These are aligned with the five stages of the dramatic action:
1. Mukha (Beginning): Introduces the plot and characters; lays the foundation for the action.
2. Pratimukha (Development): Conflict starts building; preparations for the main action.
3. Garbha (Climax): The central part of the plot where the main conflict reaches a peak.
4. Avamarsa (Falling action): Resolution begins; reflection, strategy, or tension release.
5.Upasamhriti (Conclusion): Final outcome; all threads of the plot are resolved.
B. Mukha → 1st: Introduction
C. Pratimukha → 2nd: Development
E. Garbha → 3rd: Climax
A. Avamarsa → 4th: Falling Action
D. Upasamhriti → 5th: Conclusion
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