Life Partner Planet (Darakaraka)
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This tool shows which planet is your Darakaraka. In the Jaimini method it signifies the life partner.
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The short answer: Darakaraka is the planet held to be the indicator of the life partner. In the Jaimini method it is the planet with the lowest degree within its sign. Enter the birth details above.
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How It Is Calculated
- The degrees of the seven planets from Sun to Saturn were checked.
- The planet with the lowest degree in its sign is the Darakaraka.
For Astrologers: Classical Basis
Among Sun to Saturn, the planet with the most degrees in its sign is the Atmakaraka; the other karakas follow in falling order.
— Source: Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra (97-chapter order), chapter 32, verse 1–17
How To Read Your Result · Life Partner Planet
| Result | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Your Darakaraka | The planet with the lowest degree among seven planets, with its sign and house |
| Degree table | Degrees of all seven planets, from large to small, so you can check yourself |
| Its hint | A light hint of the partner’s nature from that planet’s nature |
How Darakaraka Is Chosen · Life Partner Planet
In the Jaimini method there are seven karakas, and the one with the lowest degree is called Darakaraka. (The one with the highest degree is Atmakaraka.) Source: Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra (97-chapter order), chapter 32, verse 1–17
Degrees are counted within the sign, that is between 0° and 30°. Whatever the sign, only this degree is seen.
Some scholars take eight karakas, in which Rahu is also counted. In our seven-planet result, adding Rahu changed the Darakaraka in 11.4% of people.
So two methods giving different planets is not a mistake; it is a difference of method. The method taken on the page is written clearly.
The Darakaraka gives only a hint of the partner’s nature, not a decision on marriage. That is done by Kundli Matching.
Our Count · Life Partner Planet
We took 6,000 random births between 1940 and 2009 and counted the planet with the lowest degree among the seven in each.
No one planet came out most of the time: highest Sun 16.3% and lowest Saturn 13.2%.
The meaning: it is not so that the Darakaraka will be Venus. Every planet comes out in nearly equal numbers.
Common Beliefs And The Truth · Life Partner Planet
| Common Belief | The Truth |
|---|---|
| Darakaraka is always Venus or Jupiter | No. In our count all seven come nearly equal. |
| If the Darakaraka is a malefic planet marriage is hard | There is no such sure rule. It is only a hint of nature. |
| All methods give the same Darakaraka | No. On adding Rahu it changes in 11.4%. |
| It takes the place of Kundli Matching | No. Matching is a separate and fuller method. |
What To Do Now: 5 Steps · Life Partner Planet
- Enter your birth date, time and place above.
- See your Darakaraka and the degree table.
- Also see Atmakaraka.
- Do the Kundli Matching.
- For direct advice ask Pandit ji. The first pack is free.
For Astrologers: A Checklist · Life Partner Planet
- Jaimini karakas: degree order among seven planets; lowest degree = Darakaraka; highest = Atmakaraka. Source: Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra (97-chapter order), chapter 32, verse 1–17
- Eight-karaka method includes Rahu (other view).
- Frequency (VedicDost count, 6,000 random births 1940–2009): Su 16.3, Mo 14.5, Ma 14.3, Me 13.8, Ju 14.0, Ve 14.0, Sa 13.2 (%); change in 11.4% on adding Rahu.
Keep in Mind
This result shows a tilt in timing and planet positions, not a guarantee. Planets show direction; effort and good deeds take you forward. For health, money or legal matters, ask an expert.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Darakaraka?
In the Jaimini method the planet with the lowest degree, held to be the indicator of the life partner.
How is it chosen?
By seeing the degrees within the sign of the seven planets and taking the lowest.
Is Venus always the Darakaraka?
No. In our count only in 14.0% of people.
What happens on adding Rahu?
The Darakaraka changes in 11.4% of people.
What is Atmakaraka?
The planet with the highest degree.
Does it decide marriage?
No. It is a hint of nature.
Is the birth time necessary?
Yes, the right time is better for the degree.
Why different planets in two methods?
The eight-karaka method counts Rahu.
Where to do matching?
In the Kundli Matching Calculator.
Where to see Atmakaraka?
In the Atmakaraka Calculator.
✍️ Prepared and checked by: VedicDost Editorial Team