Ardhapataka Hasta is characterised by the bending of the little finger, along with ring finger, in Tripataka Hasta. All other fingers are held straight.
Ardhapataka is used to denote leaves, writing/painting board, bank, to mention 'both', knife, flag, tower, horns and elaboration.
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