How many Adavus are there in Bharatanatyam?

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In Bharatanatyam, the basic dance steps, or "adavus," are classified into 13 basic types, with over 60-120 variations possible through combinations
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There are 108 Adavus in Bharatanatyam according to the Kalakshetra style. These are the fundamental steps that form the basis of the dance form. While some texts classify them as 10 or 13 basic Adavus, Kalakshetra style identifies 108, including variations and combinations.
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There are108Adavus in Bharatanatyam according to the Kalakshetra style.These are the fundamental steps that form the basis of the dance form.While some texts classify them as 10 or 13 basic Adavus, Kalakshetra style identifies 108, including variations and combinations. read less
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There are 108 Adavus in Bharatanatyam according to the Kalakshetra style. These are the fundamental steps that form the basis of the dance form. While some texts classify them as 10 or 13 basic Adavus, Kalakshetra style identifies 108, including variations and combinations.
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Adavus are the foundation of this dance form combining the various movements of hand, legs and body . There are total 13 groups of basic adavus in bharatnatyam dance form.
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There are traditionally 108 Adavus, but they are categorized into basic groups or families called Adavu types.
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