Continued From Part Fifteen Lakshana Granthas Continued 11. Sangita-ratnakara of Sarangadeva Sarangadeva’s Sangita-ratnakara  (first half of 13th century) is of particular importance; because, it was written just before influence of the Muslim conquest began to assert itself on Indian culture.  The Music and dance discussed in Sangita-ratnakara is free from Persian influence.  The Sangita-ratnakara, therefore, marks the stage at … Continue reading The texts of the Indian Dance traditions – Part Sixteen