Indian Zodiac System

The Indian zodiac system, also known as the Hindu zodiac or Vedic zodiac, is a system of astrology that originated in ancient India and is deeply rooted in Hindu culture. It is based on the sidereal zodiac, which takes into account the precise positions of the stars and constellations, as opposed to the tropical zodiac used in Western astrology, which is based on the seasons. The Indian zodiac system is divided into twelve signs, each corresponding to a specific constellation or Rashi in Sanskrit (Hebrew: שָׁרָשׁ, Arabic: راش). These signs are Aries (Mesha), Taurus (Vrishabha), Gemini (Mithuna), Cancer (Karka), Leo (Simha), Virgo (Kanya), Libra (Tula), Scorpio (Vrishchika), Sagittarius (Dhanus), Capricorn (Makara), Aquarius (Kumbha), and Pisces (Meena). The Indian zodiac system is used extensively in Hindu astrology to predict events, determine auspicious times, and provide insights into an individual's personality and life path. It is also integral to various Hindu rituals and ceremonies, reflecting its deep cultural and spiritual significance.