Vedic Astrology FAQ
Common questions about Jyotish, your Kundli, compatibility, Dashas, and our platform — answered clearly.
Vedic Astrology Basics
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What is Jyotish (Vedic astrology)?
Jyotish, meaning 'science of light,' is an ancient Indian system of astrology originating over 5,000 years ago. It uses the sidereal zodiac based on actual star positions, analyzes 9 planets across 12 houses and 27 nakshatras, and employs the Dasha timing system to make predictions.
What is the difference between sidereal and tropical astrology?
Sidereal astrology (Vedic) aligns the zodiac with actual star constellations, while tropical astrology (Western) is fixed to the seasons. Due to the precession of the equinoxes, the two zodiacs are currently about 23–24 degrees apart. This means your 'sign' may differ between the two systems.
What is a Nakshatra?
A Nakshatra is one of 27 lunar mansions that divide the zodiac into segments of 13°20' each. Your birth Nakshatra is determined by the Moon's position and reveals deep personality traits, life themes, and determines your Vimshottari Dasha sequence.
What is Ayanamsa and why does it matter?
Ayanamsa is the angular difference between the tropical and sidereal zodiacs. My Kundli AI uses the Lahiri Ayanamsa, adopted by India's Calendar Reform Committee in 1955 and the most widely accepted standard among Vedic astrologers.
How are the 12 houses used in Vedic astrology?
The 12 houses (Bhavas) represent different life areas: 1st (self), 2nd (wealth), 3rd (siblings/communication), 4th (home/mother), 5th (children/creativity), 6th (health/enemies), 7th (marriage), 8th (transformation), 9th (fortune/dharma), 10th (career), 11th (gains), 12th (liberation/losses). My Kundli AI uses the Whole-Sign house system as prescribed in classical texts.
Your Kundli
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What is a Kundli (birth chart)?
A Kundli is a map of the sky at the exact moment and location of your birth. It shows the positions of all 9 planets across 12 signs and houses. My Kundli AI generates this using the Swiss Ephemeris library, accurate to 0.001 arc-seconds.
What information is needed to generate a Kundli?
You need your date of birth, time of birth (as precise as possible), and place of birth. The birth time determines your Ascendant (Lagna) and house cusps. Even without exact time, meaningful planetary insights can still be generated.
What is a Lagna (Ascendant)?
The Lagna is the zodiac sign rising on the eastern horizon at the moment of birth. It determines your 1st house and colors all aspects of your personality, health, and overall approach to life. It is the most important point in a Vedic birth chart.
What Dasha system does My Kundli AI use?
My Kundli AI uses the Vimshottari Dasha system — a 120-year cycle divided among 9 planets. Your starting Dasha is determined by your birth Nakshatra. The platform shows your Mahadasha (main period), Antardasha (sub-period), and further subdivisions.
What are Rahu and Ketu?
Rahu (North Lunar Node) and Ketu (South Lunar Node) are shadow planets — mathematical points where the Moon's orbit intersects the ecliptic. In Vedic astrology, they represent karmic axis, past-life patterns (Ketu) and worldly desires/future growth (Rahu). They always sit exactly opposite each other.
The Platform
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Is My Kundli AI free to use?
Yes. Kundli generation, Panchang, daily AI questions (5/day), basic compatibility, and educational content are completely free. A premium subscription unlocks unlimited AI chat, detailed career reports, PDF downloads, and comprehensive Kundli matching.
How accurate are the calculations?
My Kundli AI uses the Swiss Ephemeris library (accurate to 0.001 arc-seconds), Lahiri Ayanamsa, and Whole-Sign houses — the same standards used by professional Jyotishis. Planetary positions are calculated from NASA's JPL ephemeris data.
Is my birth data secure?
Yes. Your birth data is encrypted at rest in Firebase, never sold to third parties, and used only to generate your chart and AI interpretations. You can delete your account and all associated data at any time from Settings.
Is there a mobile app?
My Kundli AI is a Progressive Web App (PWA) that works on all devices through your browser. You can add it to your home screen for an app-like experience without downloading from an app store.
Compatibility & Matching
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What is Gun Milan (Kundli matching)?
Gun Milan is Vedic compatibility analysis that compares two birth charts across 8 factors (Ashtakoot): Varna, Vasya, Tara, Yoni, Graha Maitri, Gana, Bhakoot, and Nadi. Each factor carries a maximum score; the total is 36 points.
What is a good Gun Milan score?
A score of 18 or above (50%) is generally considered acceptable for marriage. 24+ is good, and 30+ is excellent. However, even high-scoring charts should be checked for Mangal Dosha, Nadi Dosha, and 7th house strength.
What is Mangal Dosha?
Mangal Dosha occurs when Mars is placed in the 1st, 2nd, 4th, 7th, 8th, or 12th house of the birth chart. Classical texts provide 6+ cancellation conditions. My Kundli AI checks all cancellation conditions before flagging Mangal Dosha.
How should I interpret Kundli matching results?
Gun Milan score is one factor, not the only one. My Kundli AI also analyzes the 7th house (marriage house), 7th lord's condition, Venus and Jupiter positions, Dasha compatibility, and overall chart strength — giving a holistic compatibility picture.
Predictions & Timing
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How do I use Dasha periods for timing predictions?
Dashas show which planet's energy dominates a period. Predict events by looking at: (1) the Dasha lord's natural significations, (2) which houses it rules in your chart, (3) its placement and strength, and (4) transits of other planets during that Dasha.
How do planetary transits affect me?
Transits (Gochara) are current planetary positions interacting with your natal chart. Jupiter and Saturn transits over key natal positions and Dasha lords are most significant. Moon's daily transit creates the most immediate effects on mood and daily events.
What does retrograde mean in Vedic astrology?
Retrograde (Vakri) planets appear to move backward from Earth's perspective. In Vedic astrology, retrograde planets are often considered stronger or more internalized in their expression. Mercury retrograde (3-4×/year) is associated with communication and travel disruptions.
About Our Methodology
My Kundli AI combines classical Vedic astrology principles from Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra with modern astronomical precision from the Swiss Ephemeris library (accurate to 0.001 arc-seconds). All calculations use the Lahiri Ayanamsa, adopted by India's Calendar Reform Committee in 1955, and follow the Whole-Sign house system as prescribed in traditional Jyotish texts.
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