Natya Shastra Receives UNESCO Recognition, Celebrated by India

Imagine a really old book, like a secret guide to how to do amazing plays, dances, and music!

That's the Natya Shastra, written long ago in India.

It teaches you how to make people feel happy, sad, or excited with art.

This special book has now been recognized by UNESCO, a group that protects important world treasures.

Many people are celebrating because it's like the world is finally saying, 'Wow, this book is super important!'

It's used in schools and has influenced art all over the world.

The book tells us how to do art and also lets us be creative with it, which is why it's still important today.