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are not only monumental works of combining wisdom and imagination with history, but they also demonstrate exceptional poetic skill. The formal study of Alankara Sastra as a distinct and independent subject did not exist in ancient times. The earliest systematization of this field is believed to have
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and aims to enhance the beauty and expressiveness of literary works. It is based on the concept that literary works should be pleasing and enjoyable to the reader, and it provides guidelines for the use of literary devices such as metaphor, simile and imagery, as well as rules for the arrangement of
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and literary criticism. They offer insight into various literary devices, structural rules and guidelines for the use of literary devices such as metaphor, simile, and imagery. These works are considered to be some of the most important contributions to the field of
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that deals with the principles and techniques of literary composition and ornamentation. It is an important aspect of Indian
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and structural rules for different types of literature, such as epic poetry, drama, and
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are regarded as exemplary examples of superior poetry. The utilization of various
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and its corresponding literature have become an integral component of
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words and phrases to create pleasing and harmonious compositions.
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Index

a series
Hindu scriptures and texts

Shruti
Smriti
List
Vedas
Rigveda
Samaveda
Yajurveda
Atharvaveda
Samhita
Brahmana
Aranyaka
Upanishads
Upanishads
Aitareya
Kaushitaki
Chandogya
Kena
Brihadaranyaka
Isha
Taittiriya
Katha
Shvetashvatara
Maitri
Mundaka
Mandukya
Prashna
Agamas

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