Manglik Dosha, also called Kuja Dosha, occurs when Mars is placed in the 1st, 2nd, 4th, 7th, 8th or 12th house of a birth chart. It is traditionally checked before marriage, as it is believed to influence marital harmony and compatibility.
Manglik Dosha is formed when Mars sits in the 1st, 2nd, 4th, 7th, 8th or 12th house from the Ascendant, Moon or Venus. Traditionally, this placement is checked during matchmaking as it is thought to bring intensity, friction or delays in marriage.
"Mars brings courage and drive — in matters of marriage, it asks to be balanced rather than feared."
Not all Manglik doshas carry equal weight — the strength depends on the exact house, sign and aspects on Mars. Many traditions also hold that two Manglik individuals marrying each other cancels the effect.
Governed by
Mars (Mangal)
Checked in
6 Houses
Relevant for
Marriage Match
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