PsychologyAugust 10, 2026

aucitya

aw-TIH-tyuh

Definition

The aesthetic principle of propriety, appropriateness, or suitability, specifically concerning how elements within an artistic work harmonize to create a unified emotional effect.

Etymology

Derived from the Sanskrit word 'ucita,' meaning 'proper' or 'suitable,' the term 'aucitya' functions as a central concept in classical Indian literary criticism regarding artistic decorum.

In the news

The article uses Ksemendra’s theory of aucitya to explain how the specific imagery in Shamsher Bahadur Singh’s poem creates a sense of perfect internal harmony and balance.

The painter’s vision: Visual poetics in Shamsher Bahadur Singh’s ‘Dawn’

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