Social, religious and spiritual significance and functions of dance in India have already been discussed in the T' chapter. The said description is well enough to explain that dance is a part of Indian culture and traditions and it has achieved its own space in Indian society. However the history of Indian dancing helps to know more about it. A Brief History of Indian dance A History of Dancing that can be Traceable in Myths: In India, art has been always considered as a means of understanding of the ultimate reality. It is considered as spiritual, idealistic and inspiring in nature. Every art has its own features and the ways of expression and interpretation. It is not only a matter of sensuous enjoyment. Not a luxury to be enjoyed by the leisured rich, powerful people and not something to amuse oneself with. It has a deeper moral and spiritual basis. It has emerged as an effective means of...