Answer to Question #315750 in English for Garg

Question

While trust and nurture are integral to Sakuntala's notion of love, Dushyanta lays emphasis on material proof and social validation. discuss the statement in the light of the relationship of the couple as depicted by Kalidasa.

Answer 1

The story of the drama Shakuntala is about the love affair of Shakuntala and Dushyanta. The plot is based upon love affair, secret marriage, separation of imprecation and reunion of immortal love of Dushyanta and Shakuntala. The theme of the drama is based on the Indian philosophy, "true love is immortal"