Concept:
The Dashrupak is one of the most important post-Natyashastra texts. It specifically focuses on the classification and characteristics of the ten major types of drama (Rupakas) in Sanskrit literature.
Step 1: Identifying the author and the scope of the work.
The Dashrupak was written by Dhananjay in the 10th century. While the Natyashastra is incredibly broad, Dhananjay's work is a more concise and focused guide intended for playwrights and critics. It explains the structural elements of a play, such as the plot (Vastu), the hero (Netā), and the sentiment (Rasa), specifically within the framework of the ten classical forms like the Nataka and the Prakarana.