If in the Kapitta gesture, the Index finger is kept straight and the thumb is slightly moved up, we get Ardhasuchi hand gesture.
lets take a look at the Viniyoga shloka of Ardhasuchi
Ankure pakshishavaade bruhatkite niyujyate
It says that Ardhasuchi is used to denote
- Sprouts
- Chicks or small ones of the birds
- Big Worms
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Thanks Anjali, its a nice feeling to know that this site is helping you and your daughter to know this art better. I wish your daughter lots of luck and love. May God bless you.
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