Moveable Karanas (Char)

Bava – Also known as ‘Simha Karanam’ (Lion), symbolizes sexual or creative energy.
This Karana is good for all moving deeds like transportation and fixed deeds like the sowing of
seeds. Natives born in Bava Karana are spiritually inclined. They carry out their works with
utmost sincerity and dedication. They are usually liberal-minded, rich, and happy. These
individuals are fit for all kinds of jobs, whether it is a temporary job or a permanent one.
Balava – Also called ‘Puli Karanam’ (Leopard), is good for Yajna, Homa (fire worship), the
study of Veda, etc. People born in this Karana are usually into worship and may undergo several
pilgrimages in their lifetime. Like Bava Karana-born individuals, they too are highly spiritual
and have an understanding of auspicious times and actions. They spend much of their time in
religious activities, and they are bold, fortunate, and playful by nature.
Kaulava – Also called ‘Panni Karanam’, symbolizes a traditional family. Kaulava born people
follow a traditional path or a traditional job. They are good for all Sthira Karma or fixed Karma
such as friendship, agreement, or anything supposed to stay firm for a long period. They are
sociable and easily make friends with anyone. They love and care for others. These people are
suited for all types of work and are usually great for friendships. They can also be very secretive
and fickle-minded.
Taitila – Also called ‘Kazhuta Karanam’ (Donkey), symbolizes respect. Taitila born individuals
are good for activities related to authority and decoration. They do not lack wealth. Love plays
an important role in the lives of such people. They are the best fit for government jobs. They can
also become the possessor of buildings and properties. Love plays an important role in their life;
they are firm and fierce in their attitude and are also adventurous and heroic.
Gara – Also known as ‘Gaja Karanam’ (Elephant), it symbolizes demanding nature. Those born
in Gara Karana are very punctual. They like to have a disciplined life. They always have a
destiny that favors them. The Gara borns are determined in nature and work hard to meet their
objectives. They are experts in the science of mantras. Though physically weak, they will
compensate for it through hard work. They are the best fit for animal husbandry jobs and/or in
the construction of houses, buildings, etc.
Vanij – Its symbol is the cow. Those born in Vanij Karana are intelligent and smart. They are
interested in business and use their intelligence to make money. They are good at trading. Vanij
borns have extensive knowledge in business activities and are best suited for sale transactions.
This ability helps them to attain prosperity in life.

Vishti – The symbol of this Karana is a hen. It is not considered to be an auspicious Karana.
Human beings born in Vishti indulge in bad deeds, and their image also remains negative
because of this. If someone has Vishti Karana in their Kundli, it means they have a distrustful
character and might get involved in immoral deeds. This negative influence makes them
appropriate for destructive activities like attacking an enemy, kidnapping, etc. They can be cruel,
adventurous, and fierce by nature and will likely excel in all their undertakings.
Fixed Karanas (Sthira)
Shakuni – The symbol of this Karana is a bird. Those born in Shakuni Karana are law-abiding
and just. They are most interested in solving any problems. They can easily dispose of any
quarrel with their wit. This makes them good mediators who are capable of terminating a quarrel.
They are proactive at work, patient in disposition, are born intelligent, and have specialization in
the study of omens
Chaturshpad – The symbol of this Karana is a four-legged animal. The people born in this
Karana respect learned and spiritual people. They are also at the forefront of helping animals.
Such people can become successful animal veterinarians. They are active and mighty. They can
diagnose animals with diseases and prescribe medicines. They are fit for vanquishing enemies
through Tantric methods. Professionally, those involved in business related to cattle may enjoy
success.
Naga – The symbol of this Karana is a snake or a serpent. Those born in Naga Karana have
extraordinary knowledge in their particular field. These people are likely to be faced with
unpleasant events. With hard work and determination, they can achieve success in everything
they do. These individuals possess great knowledge of minerals, metals and are attached to their
work. Their life may seem full of struggles and problems, and only their hard work and
determination can help them climb the ladder of success.
Kistughan – The symbol of this Karana is insect-moths. Those born during this Karana are very
fortunate. They are interested in charity works and other virtuous deeds. Kistughan borns receive
all kinds of satisfaction in their lives. They will have a good education and will lead a good, rich
life. People born in this Karana are known to be lucky and lead a wealthy lifestyle. They love
doing charitable work that gives them every type of contentment in life. The individual of this
Karana might be bereft of pleasures and live in loneliness.