Makara Rashi (Capricorn) Makara is a movable earth sign ruled by Saturn, and the sign where Mars is exalted. It gives discipline, ambition and the patience to build something lasting.
Nature Disciplined and practical Ambitious Reserved Responsible Strengths Long-term planning Hard work Management Challenges Pessimism Workaholism Rigidity Suitable careers Administration and civil services Engineering and construction Business management Mining and industry Nakshatras in Makara Today's Capricorn horoscope
Quick facts Sanskrit Makara (मकर) Bengali মকর Ruling planet Saturn (Shani) Element Earth Quality Movable Zodiac span 270° to 300° (sidereal) Body part Knees, bones and joints Exalted here Mars Debilitated here Jupiter Lucky day Saturday Direction South Deity Lord Shani / Lord Hanuman Gemstone Blue sapphire (for Saturn), only after careful chart review Compatible with Taurus , Virgo , Scorpio , Pisces