A Kundli (also called Janam Patri or birth chart) is a Vedic astrological chart that maps the positions of planets at the exact time and place of your birth. It has 12 houses representing different aspects of life.

What is Manglik Dosha?

Manglik Dosha occurs when Mars (Mangal) is placed in the 1st, 4th, 7th, 8th, or 12th house of the Kundli. It can affect marriage and relationships. Remedies include Mangal Shanti Puja.

What is Kaal Sarp Dosha?

Kaal Sarp Dosha occurs when all planets are between Rahu and Ketu in the birth chart. It can cause delays and obstacles in life. Remedial puja at Trimbakeshwar is considered most effective.

How to get remedial puja for dosha?

YourDarshan offers dosha-specific pujas performed by verified pandits at sacred temples. Book Mangal Shanti, Kaal Sarp, or Shani Puja at yourdarshan.com/puja.

🔮 Kundli Basics — Understanding Your Birth Chart

Updated: April 2, 2026 · Reading time: 10 min · By YourDarshan Team

A Kundli (also known as Janam Patri, Janamakshar, or birth chart) is the foundation of Vedic astrology (Jyotish Shastra). It is a map of the sky at the exact moment and location of your birth, showing the positions of the Sun, Moon, and planets across 12 houses. Understanding your Kundli helps you know your strengths, challenges, career path, health, relationships, and spiritual journey.

📋 The 12 Houses of Kundli

House	Name	Governs
1st	Lagna (Ascendant)	Self, personality, health, physical appearance
2nd	Dhana Bhava	Wealth, family, speech, food habits
3rd	Sahaja Bhava	Siblings, courage, communication, short travels
4th	Sukha Bhava	Mother, home, education, happiness, vehicles
5th	Putra Bhava	Children, creativity, romance, intelligence
6th	Ripu Bhava	Enemies, debts, diseases, daily work
7th	Kalatra Bhava	Marriage, partnerships, business relationships
8th	Ayu Bhava	Longevity, transformation, inheritance, occult
9th	Dharma Bhava	Luck, religion, father, pilgrimage, higher learning
10th	Karma Bhava	Career, profession, social status, authority
11th	Labha Bhava	Income, gains, friends, wishes fulfilled
12th	Vyaya Bhava	Expenses, losses, foreign travel, moksha

🪐 The 9 Planets (Navagraha)

Planet	Sanskrit	Governs
Sun	Surya	Soul, father, authority, government
Moon	Chandra	Mind, mother, emotions, creativity
Mars	Mangal	Courage, energy, siblings, property
Mercury	Budh	Intelligence, speech, commerce, education
Jupiter	Guru/Brihaspati	Wisdom, children, wealth, dharma
Venus	Shukra	Love, marriage, arts, luxury
Saturn	Shani	Karma, discipline, delays, longevity
Rahu	Rahu	Obsession, foreign, sudden events
Ketu	Ketu	Spirituality, detachment, past karma

⚠️ Common Doshas (Astrological Afflictions)

Manglik Dosha (Mangal Dosha)

Occurs when Mars is in the 1st, 4th, 7th, 8th, or 12th house. Affects marriage compatibility and can cause conflicts in relationships.

Remedy: Mangal Shanti Puja, Hanuman worship, marrying after age 28, or matching with another Manglik person.

Kaal Sarp Dosha

All 7 planets hemmed between Rahu and Ketu. Causes obstacles, delays, and struggles despite hard work.

Remedy: Kaal Sarp Dosha Nivaran Puja at Trimbakeshwar (Nashik) — the most effective remedy location.

Shani Dosha (Sade Sati)

When Saturn transits through the 12th, 1st, and 2nd houses from your Moon sign — lasting 7.5 years.

Remedy: Shani Shanti Puja, Hanuman Chalisa recitation on Saturdays, offering mustard oil to Shani temple.

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💑 Gun Milan (Kundli Matching for Marriage)

Gun Milan or Ashtakoot Milan is the process of matching two Kundlis for marriage compatibility. It evaluates 8 aspects (kootas) with a maximum score of 36 Gunas:

Koota	Points	Aspect
Varna	1	Spiritual compatibility
Vashya	2	Mutual attraction & influence
Tara	3	Destiny & luck compatibility
Yoni	4	Physical & intimate compatibility
Graha Maitri	5	Mental compatibility
Gana	6	Temperament match
Bhakoot	7	Health & prosperity of couple
Nadi	8	Health of children (most important)

18+ Gunas = Acceptable match · 24+ Gunas = Good match · 32+ Gunas = Excellent match

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Kundli?: A Vedic astrological chart mapping planet positions at your birth time and place. It has 12 houses representing life aspects.
What is Manglik Dosha?: When Mars is in 1st, 4th, 7th, 8th, or 12th house — affects marriage. Remedy: Mangal Shanti Puja.
What is Kaal Sarp Dosha?: All planets between Rahu and Ketu — causes life obstacles. Best remedy: Puja at Trimbakeshwar.
What is Gun Milan / 36 Guna matching?: Ashtakoot Milan evaluates 8 compatibility aspects between two Kundlis for marriage, scoring up to 36 Gunas.
How to get remedial puja for dosha?: YourDarshan offers dosha-specific pujas with verified pandits at sacred temples including Trimbakeshwar.

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