Nature As Subject: Presence in Ṛtusaṃhāra

Abstract

Among the kāvya poets, Kālidāsa stands out as an unchallenged master in his ability to portray nature. He introduces a vibrant, natural world in his poetry as a part of nature and as a part of humanity. In Ṛtusaṃhāra pratyakṣam, the seasons indicate such a close association between Nature and human life. The combination of nature and emotion in the plays is considered Kālidāsa's most significant contribution to world literature, grounded in the Indian concepts of nāṭaka (dramatic play) and rasa.

In this paper, I explore the depth and richness of Kālidāsa’s nature poetry. This would emphasise the defining nature of each season and its relations to animal life, vegetable growth, and human habits. A research-oriented paper of this kind examines how Kālidāsa portrays nature and the extent to which his portrayal reflects modern environmental thought.