The Birth Chart, or Janma Kundali, is one of the foundations of Vedic astrology, a scientific way of astrological practices in India. Constructed from the exact date, time, and place of a person's birth, it maps the positions of the planets and stars at that single, unrepeatable moment. From this map, generations of students and astrologers have sought insight into character, opportunity, and the rhythm of a life. This practice(s) is on since 1000s of years.

This book presents, in plain and accessible language, the essential concepts of Vedic astrology: the Ascendant (Lagna), Zodiac Sign (Rashi), House (Bhava), Planet (Graha), Aspect (Drishti), planetary combination (Yoga), planetary period (Dasha), and Transit (Gochar). It is written as a practical handbook — part introduction, part working reference — for new students and curious readers who wish to understand a birth chart rather than simply have one read to them.

This New Edition is the result of extensive research work undertaken, presented with new case-studies so that new-age readers can co-relate with current situation. Readers will find elaborated content and additional worked examples for ease of understanding, expanded quick-reference tables, a number of real-world case studies drawn from the lives of various famous personalities, and a closing section of frequently asked questions and common myths — so that the ideas introduced in each chapter can be tested against practice.