Complete Guide to Doshas in Vedic Astrology

By Dr. R.P. Sharma — Vedic Astrologer, practising since 1979 · Reviewed 10 Jul 2026

Doshas are planetary afflictions that indicate karmic lessons. They are not curses but opportunities for growth through specific remedies.

Complete Guide to Doshas in Vedic Astrology — a Vedic birth-chart (kundli) diagram motif on a parchment plate
Complete Guide to Doshas in Vedic Astrology - Comprehensive guide by Vedic astrologer Dr. R.P. Sharma.

Major Doshas

Mangal Dosha (Mars Affliction)

Occurs when Mars is in 1st, 4th, 7th, 8th, or 12th house. May cause marriage delays. Remedies include Hanuman worship, red coral (after consultation).

Kaal Sarp Dosha

All planets between Rahu and Ketu. Causes obstacles. Remedies include Kaal Sarp Puja, Shiva worship.

Pitra Dosha

Sun afflicted by Rahu/Ketu in 9th house. Indicates ancestral karma. Remedies include Tarpan, Pind Daan.

Sade Sati

Saturn's 7.5-year transit over natal Moon. Brings maturity and restructuring. Remedies include Shani Shanti Puja.

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The ruling planet shapes how doshas complete guide expresses in your life; its dignity, house and dasha decide the real outcome. The page above details the rulership.

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How does doshas complete guide interact with my dasha?

The running dasha decides WHEN doshas complete guide's significations activate in your life. The same placement behaves differently in different periods — timing is half the reading.