In Hasthalakshanadeepika, the classical treatise on dance, 24 basic Mudras or hand signs are mentioned. These Mudras are used in the classical dance dramas of Kerala, like Kathakali, Kutiyattam, Nangiarkoothu, Mohiniyattam and Ottanthullal.

Holding the index and the little finger straight the middle and the ring finger bent forward and the thumb touching them from beneath is Mrigaseersha.

Two signs are shown in the Mrigaseersha mode using both palms which indicate : Animals and soul.