Teaching
The Dhananjayans place particular emphasis on imparting Indian tradition and culture to their bharata natyam students. Some details about which they are particular are:
- Wearing a large bindi
- Using the term "Samskrutam" instead of "Sanskrit"
- Using the term "Natyam" instead of "Dance" to describe the art they teach
- Using the name "Bharat" instead of "India" in reference to their nation of origin
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