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Psychology of Ragas & Human Emotions

Author(s) Dr. Jasmeet Kour
Country India
Abstract Hindustani classical music has used the raga system for centuries to evoke specific emotions or rasas.This paper examines the psychological mechanisms behind raga-induced emotions. We review neurological studies linking raga structures to brain activity, discuss the cultural-psychological framework of Navarasa and analyze empirical data on mood change after raga listening. Findings suggest that melodic movement, time of performance, and microtonal inflections produce measurable shifts in autonomic arousal and subjective affect. The study supports integration of raga-based interventions in music therapy for anxiety, depression, and stress management.
Keywords Keywords: Raga, emotion, music psychology, Navarasa, neuroaesthetics, music therapy.
Field Arts
Published In Volume 7, Issue 4, July-August 2026
Published On 2026-07-06

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