Mars (मंगल) in Vedic Astrology
Mars (Mangal) is the commander — the karaka of energy, courage, drive, strength, siblings (especially brothers), land and property. It rules action, competition and the will to fight; Manglik (Mangal Dosha) analysis is based on its placement.
Quick facts
| Sanskrit name | Mangal |
| Signifies (Karaka) | Energy, courage, siblings, land |
| Nature | Malefic |
| Element | Fire |
| Gender | Male |
| Own sign(s) | Aries, Scorpio |
| Exaltation | Capricorn (28°) |
| Debilitation | Cancer (28°) |
| Mooltrikona | Aries 0°–12° |
| Friends | Sun, Moon, Jupiter |
| Enemies | Mercury |
| Directional strength | 10th house (south) |
| Day | Tuesday |
| Gemstone | Red Coral |
| Deity | Kartikeya / Hanuman |
| Dasha period | 7 years |
When it is strong / well-placed
- Courage, drive and physical stamina
- Leadership in action and competition
- Gains through land, property and technical skill
- Discipline and protective strength
When it is weak or afflicted
- Anger, impulsiveness and conflict
- Accidents, injuries, cuts or burns
- Disputes with siblings
- Blood pressure or inflammatory issues
Career & life areas
Mars favours the armed forces, police, surgery, engineering, sports, real estate and any field needing courage, technical skill or physical energy.
Nakshatras ruled
In the Vimshottari dasha system Mars rules three of the 27 nakshatras: Mrigashira, Chitra, Dhanishta. Planets and the Moon falling in these nakshatras carry Mars's flavour and start its dasha.
Remedies
- Recite the Hanuman Chalisa on Tuesdays
- Donate red lentils (masur) and jaggery
- Control anger; help the brave and soldiers
- Wear Red Coral only after chart confirmation