A dosha in Jyotish is a chart condition traditionally considered challenging. Dosha talk can cause unnecessary worry, so we explain each one clearly: what it is, how it is checked, how common it is, and why many charts show partial or cancelled forms.
The four we cover
- Mangal Dosha: Mars placement, mostly raised in marriage matching.
- Kaal Sarp Dosha: planets hemmed between Rahu and Ketu. Also covers Rahu–Ketu themes.
- Pitra Dosha: ancestral karma themes.
- Sade Sati and Dhaiya: Saturn's transit periods. Also covers Shani dosha.
For remedies, see Vedic Remedies. For planetary periods generally, see Dasha Analysis.
A dosha is an interpretation, not a verdict. Nobody needs to buy anything to "avoid harm".
FAQs
No. Many charts have none. Some have mild forms.
Traditional texts mention cancellations and mitigating factors.
Services in this section
Mangal Dosha (Manglik Dosha)
What Mangal Dosha is, how it is checked, when it is considered cancelled and how it affects matching.
Explore Mangal Dosha (Manglik Dosha)Kaal Sarp Dosha and Rahu–Ketu Themes
What Kaal Sarp Dosha is, its types, why it is debated and how a chart is examined.
Explore Kaal Sarp Dosha and Rahu–Ketu ThemesPitra Dosha
Understand Pitra Dosha: chart indications, traditional views on ancestors and respectful, optional practices such as tarpan and shraddha.
Explore Pitra DoshaSade Sati, Dhaiya and Shani Dosha
Check whether Sade Sati or Dhaiya applies to your Moon sign, what the periods mean and how to approach them calmly.
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