Senior, protective, and courageous. Ruled by Indra. Natural authority, protective instincts, and drive to be the best.
Nakshatra Lord
Mercury
Lucky Stone
Emerald
Lucky Color
Cream
Dasha Years
17 years
deity
Indra
symbol
Circular Amulet / Earring
gana
Rakshasa
yoni
Hare / Deer
body part
Tongue, Right Side
nature
Tikshna (Sharp)
dosha
Vata
goal
Artha
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