In traditional Indian marriage alliances, Kundli Milan (Horoscope Matching) has guided families for generations. However, a common mistake is solely relying on the numerical score of the 36 Gunas (Ashtakoot Milan) while overlooking deeper chart dynamics.
The 8 Kootas in Ashtakoot Milan:
The 36 points are divided across eight dimensions: Varna (1), Vashya (2), Tara (3), Yoni (4), Graha Maitri (5), Gana (6), Bhakoot (7), and Nadi (8). While 18 points is considered the minimum acceptable score, qualitative planetary scrutiny is essential.
Critical Factors Beyond Numerical Gunas:
- Health and Longevity (Ayushya Bhava): Analysis of the 8th house and its lord in both horoscopes.
- Navamsha Chart (D9): The D9 chart is the soul of the birth chart regarding marriage. An afflicted 7th house in the Lagna chart can be redeemed by a strong Navamsha.
- Planetary Periods (Dasha Sandhi): Ensuring that both partners are not transitioning into turbulent planetary periods at the same time.