What is the minimum Guna score for marriage?

Traditionally, a minimum of 18 out of 36 Gunas (50%) is considered acceptable for marriage. Scores above 25 are considered very good, and above 30 is excellent. However, the quality of individual Koota matches matters more than just the total score.

What is Mangal Dosha and how does it affect marriage?

Mangal Dosha (Manglik) occurs when Mars is placed in 1st, 4th, 7th, 8th, or 12th house of the birth chart. It's believed to cause delays or difficulties in marriage. The dosha is canceled if both partners have it, or through specific remedies like marrying a Peepal tree or performing Kumbh Vivah.

What are the 8 Kootas in Ashtakoota matching?

The 8 Kootas in Ashtakoota Milan are: 1) Varna (1 point) - spiritual compatibility, 2) Vashya (2 points) - mutual attraction, 3) Tara (3 points) - destiny match, 4) Yoni (4 points) - physical compatibility, 5) Graha Maitri (5 points) - mental compatibility, 6) Gana (6 points) - temperament match, 7) Bhakoot (7 points) - family welfare, 8) Nadi (8 points) - health of progeny. Total: 36 points.

Can marriage happen if Nadi Dosha is present?

Nadi Dosha (same Nadi in both charts) is considered serious as it affects children's health. However, marriage can happen if: 1) The couple's moon signs are different, 2) The nakshatras are different even if Nadi is same, 3) Specific Nadi Dosha cancellation conditions are met, or 4) Appropriate remedies like donations or pujas are performed.

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Q: What is Kundali Matching?

Kundali Matching (also called Horoscope Matching or Guna Milan) is a Vedic astrology method to check compatibility between two people for marriage. It compares 8 aspects (Ashtakoota) of both horoscopes and scores them out of 36 points. A score above 18 is considered acceptable for marriage.

What is Kundali Matching?

Kundali Matching (कुंडली मिलान) is an ancient Vedic astrology practice to determine marriage compatibility. It's also known as Horoscope Matching, Guna Milan, or Patrika Milan.

The process compares 8 different aspects of two birth charts and assigns points based on compatibility. The maximum score is 36 Gunas.

The 8 Kootas (Ashtakoota)

Each Koota checks a different aspect of compatibility:

1. Varna (वर्ण)

Spiritual compatibility & ego levels

1 point

2. Vashya (वश्य)

Mutual attraction & control

2 points

3. Tara (तारा)

Birth star compatibility & health

3 points

4. Yoni (योनि)

Physical & sexual compatibility

4 points

5. Graha Maitri (ग्रह मैत्री)

Mental compatibility & friendship

5 points

6. Gana (गण)

Temperament & behavior

6 points

7. Bhakoot (भकूट)

Love, family & finances

7 points

8. Nadi (नाड़ी)

Health & children

8 points

Total: 36 Gunas

0-17

Not Recommended

18-24

Acceptable

25-36

Excellent Match

Understanding Mangal Dosha

Mangal Dosha (Manglik) is one of the most discussed aspects of Kundali matching. A person is considered Manglik when Mars is in:

1st House (Lagna/Ascendant)
4th House (Sukh Bhava)
7th House (Marriage House)
8th House (Longevity)
12th House (Expenditure)

Mangal Dosha Cancellation

The dosha gets canceled or reduced in these cases:

Both partners have Mangal Dosha
Mars is in its own sign (Aries/Scorpio)
Mars is aspected by benefic Jupiter
Mars is in Capricorn (exalted)
After age 28 (Mangal dosha reduces)

Most Important Kootas

While all 8 Kootas matter, astrologers consider these most critical:

Nadi Koota (8 points)

Same Nadi = 0 points. Critical for children's health. Many astrologers don't recommend marriage with Nadi Dosha.

Bhakoot Koota (7 points)

Affects financial prosperity and love. 6-8 or 2-12 combinations are avoided.

When to Consult an Astrologer

Online Kundali matching gives a basic score, but you should consult an expert when:

Guna score is between 18-24 (borderline)
Nadi Dosha is present (0 points in Nadi)
Both have Mangal Dosha in different houses
Bhakoot Dosha shows 6-8 combination
One partner has Kaal Sarp Dosha

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