Inauspicious yogas are specific combinations that point to strain in an area of life. The most commonly discussed are Kemadruma, Sakata, Daridra, Guru Chandal, Grahan, Vish, Angarak, Shrapit, Kaal Sarp and Paap Kartari. Almost every chart has one or two; most have cancellations, and their effect shows mainly in the dashas of the planets involved. A single malefic in a house, such as Saturn in the 7th, is a placement, not a yoga.
How the yoga forms
| Yoga | How it forms | Main concern |
|---|---|---|
| Kemadruma | No planet (other than Sun, Rahu, Ketu) in the 2nd or 12th from the Moon | Loneliness, insecurity, uneven support |
| Sakata | Moon in the 6th, 8th or 12th from Jupiter | Fortune that rises and falls |
| Daridra | 11th lord in the 6th, 8th or 12th (and related rules) | Money strain |
| Guru Chandal | Jupiter with Rahu | Clouded judgement |
| Grahan | Sun or Moon with Rahu or Ketu | Confidence (Sun) or peace of mind (Moon) |
| Vish | Saturn with the Moon | Worry, low mood |
| Angarak | Mars with Rahu | Anger, accidents, impulsive risk |
| Shrapit | Saturn with Rahu | Delays, heavy karmic load |
| Kaal Sarp | All planets between Rahu and Ketu | Obstacles then breakthroughs |
| Paap Kartari | Malefics on both sides of a house or planet | Pressure on that area |
Before worrying: cancellations and context
- Most of these yogas have classical cancellations — for example Kemadruma is cancelled by planets in kendras from the Moon or lagna.
- A strong lagna lord, Jupiter’s aspect and good yogas elsewhere outweigh many of them.
- Their effects are tied to dashas; outside those periods they are often quiet.
- Neechabhanga Raja yoga is not inauspicious — it is the cancellation of a planet’s debilitation.
Remedies
- Mantra of the planets involved on their weekdays (Saturn on Saturdays, Rahu on Saturdays, Mars on Tuesdays, the Moon on Mondays).
- Shiva worship and the Maha Mrityunjaya mantra are general remedies for Rahu, Ketu, Saturn and Moon afflictions.
- Charity linked to the planet — black sesame for Saturn, red lentils for Mars, rice or milk for the Moon.
- Practical steps in the affected area — budgeting, health care, patience in relationships.
- Gemstones only after a chart check; never on fear alone.
Check it in your own chart
Yogas are read together with planetary strength, the houses ruled for your lagna and the running dasha. A free kundli shows these placements; the yoga finder lists common yogas. For a full reading, book a consultation.
Frequently asked questions
What are inauspicious yogas?
Specific planetary combinations that point to strain in an area of life, such as Kemadruma, Guru Chandal, Vish and Kaal Sarp.
Does every chart have an inauspicious yoga?
Most charts have one or two; most also have cancellations or balancing yogas.
Is Saturn in the 7th house an inauspicious yoga?
It is a placement that can delay marriage, not a named yoga; its effect depends on sign, aspects and dasha.
Is Neechabhanga Raja yoga inauspicious?
No. It cancels a planet’s debilitation and often gives a rise after struggle.
What are the general remedies?
Planet mantras on their days, Shiva worship, charity, and practical action; gemstones only after a chart check.
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