Arishta Yoga (rough character)
Khala Yoga for Tula (Libra) Ascendant
खल
Khala Yoga (खल) is a Arishta Yoga (rough character) that forms when the 5th lord and the lagna lord placed in mutual 6/8 or 2/12 axis, with mars or saturn aspecting the combination. For Libra lagna, this yoga requires attention and remedial measures in the areas governed by the participating planets.
Last verified: 30 April 2026 · Sources: Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra, Phaladeepika, Saravali · Reviewed by VedicBirth editorial against classical texts.
Geometry for Libra Ascendant
Khala Yoga is a structural-class yoga that does not depend on a fixed planetary pair. For Libra ascendant, evaluate the yoga by checking whether the planets currently described in the formation rule are functional benefics for Libra (i.e. they own a kendra or trikona house from the Libra ascendant). The formation rule is: The 5th lord and the lagna lord placed in mutual 6/8 or 2/12 axis, with Mars or Saturn aspecting the combination. BPHS classifies this under negative-character yogas.
House Lordship in Libra Chart
Because Khala Yoga is structural rather than planet-specific, the house-lordship analysis depends on which planets satisfy the rule in your particular birth chart. Calculate the houses ruled by those planets from the Libra ascendant and assess functional benefic status accordingly.
Libra-Specific Verdict
Khala Yoga is classed as an arishta (challenging) yoga. For Libra ascendant, the impact depends on whether the participating planet affects the dusthana houses (6, 8, 12) or the kendra/trikona houses. Remedial measures and ethical conduct significantly reduce the negative impact.
For the yoga's overall description, formation rule, and general effects across all charts, see Khala Yoga overview. This page focuses exclusively on Libra-ascendant outcomes.
Activation Timing for Libra
Khala Yoga activates during the dasha periods of whichever planets satisfy the formation rule in the native's chart. For Libra ascendant, prioritize the dashas of planets ruling kendra (1, 4, 7, 10) or trikona (5, 9) houses.
Cancellation Conditions
Cancellation conditions for Khala Yoga are detailed in BPHS and Saravali. For Libra ascendant specifically, check whether the planets satisfying the formation rule are debilitated, combust, or in dusthana houses (6, 8, 12) before concluding the yoga is active.
Real-Chart Reference
Comparable example (Libra ascendant chart from our database): Virat Kohli, born 5 November 1988. Their chart shows Libra lagna with the planetary configuration relevant to Khala Yoga analysis. Sun-Moon conjunction in Vrischika (2nd house), near Amavasya birth creates an individual whose external intensity masks an even more formidable internal drive; the 2nd house placement channels this into competitive wealth accumulation and public imagery
Remedies for Libra Natives
Recite Hanuman Chalisa daily, observe silence (mauna) for 2 hours each Tuesday, and donate red lentils to balance the Mars-Saturn friction underlying Khala Yoga.
FAQ
Q.Is Khala Yoga stronger or weaker for Libra ascendant?
Comparable to the average across lagnas. The yoga is neither yogakaraka-amplified nor dusthana-diluted for Libra ascendant; standard rules apply.
Q.Which dasha activates Khala Yoga for Libra natives?
The dasha periods of whichever planets satisfy Khala Yoga's formation rule in your chart. Identify those planets first, then check Libra-specific house lordship.
Q.What career fits Khala Yoga for Libra ascendant?
Career indicators come from the 10th-house lord and the planets satisfying the yoga rule for Libra.
Q.What if Khala Yoga forms but is debilitated for Libra?
Debilitation reduces the yoga's strength but does not always cancel it. Check for Neecha Bhanga (debilitation cancellation) conditions: if the dispositor of the debilitated planet is strong, or if exalted planets aspect, the yoga can still produce results, sometimes with a delay. For Libra specifically, the dispositor's house lordship matters.
Q.Does Khala Yoga guarantee results for Libra natives?
No yoga is unconditional. Khala Yoga for Libra requires participating planets to be dignified, unafflicted, and supported by chart factors. Many natives have Khala Yoga in name only, the planets are present but weak. Classical texts (BPHS, Saravali, Phaladeepika) explicitly warn against assuming yoga = results.
Q.How does Khala Yoga form in Libra chart?
The 5th lord and the lagna lord placed in mutual 6/8 or 2/12 axis, with Mars or Saturn aspecting the combination. BPHS classifies this under negative-character yogas. For Libra lagna specifically, check whether the planets involved are functional benefics or malefics. A yoga formed by functional benefics for your lagna is stronger than one formed by functional malefics.
Q.Is Khala Yoga good for Libra?
This is a challenging yoga. For Libra lagna, the specific effects depend on which houses the participating planets lord. Remedies can reduce negative effects.
Q.What are the remedies for Khala Yoga?
Recite Hanuman Chalisa daily, observe silence (mauna) for 2 hours each Tuesday, and donate red lentils to balance the Mars-Saturn friction underlying Khala Yoga.
Q.When does Khala Yoga give results?
Yogas give their strongest results during the mahadasha or antardasha of the participating planets. For Khala Yoga, watch for the dasha periods of the planets involved. Transit support (Jupiter or Saturn transiting over the yoga-forming planets) also activates results.