How to read a HOROSCOPE on the Indian system

How to read a HOROSCOPE on the Indian system
INTRODUCTION
How to read a HOROSCOPE on the Indian system:A horoscope is a detailed layout of the zodiac and planets ( recognized by the ancient Indians influencing the earth) at the time of birth. It would be equivalent to a picture taken at a particular time capturing the state of heavenly bodies in the sky.
There are basically two aspects to a horoscope:
1. CONSTRUCTION OF A HOROSCOPE - This is the scientific or the mathematical aspect. Since the principles are documented, and follow the principles of ASTRONOMY, a horoscope cast correctly will be identical with that cast by any other person or computer provided there are no calculation errors. This part of Astrology is a well -developed science not disputable by any segment of the intellectual population.

2. INTERPRETING A HOROSCOPE ? This aspect takes up your understanding, analytical, memory as well as intuitive skills in equal measure. Reading a horoscope is an art and so experience as well as natural talent make a good astrologer.
CONSTRUCTION OF A HOROSCOPE ? Basic Birth Chart -: Horoscope

A S C: Ascendant or the sign rising on the eastern horizon at the time of birth.
Following numbers have been allotted to various signs:
Mesha (Aries) ? 1
Vrishabha (Taurus) ? 2
Mithuna (Gemini) ? 3
Kataka (Cancer) ? 4
Simha (Leo) ? 5
Kanya (Virgo) ? 6
Tula (Libra) ? 7
Vrishchika (Scorpio) ? 8
Dhanus (Sagittarius) ? 9
Makara (Capricorn) ? 10
Kumbha (Aquarius) ? 11
Meena (Pisces) ? 12

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