Which planet rules Mesha rashi?

Mesha (Aries) is ruled by Mars, and belongs to the Fire element.

What are the traits of Mesha rashi?

Mesha natives are often bold, energetic, pioneering and impatient. The first rashi — pioneering, energetic and direct, ruled by Mars.

Is rashi the same as sun sign?

In Vedic astrology, your rashi is usually your Moon sign — where the Moon sat at birth — not the Western sun sign. It needs your exact birth chart to determine.

Mesha Rashi

Aries · Moon sign

The first rashi — pioneering, energetic and direct, ruled by Mars.

English name: Aries
Ruling planet: Mars
Element: Fire
Symbol: Ram

Nature and traits

Mesha natives are often described as bold, energetic, pioneering and impatient. As a Mars-ruled fire sign, its expression is shaped by Mars's placement in the full birth chart.

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Frequently asked questions

Which planet rules Mesha rashi?: Mesha (Aries) is ruled by Mars, and belongs to the Fire element.
What are the traits of Mesha rashi?: Mesha natives are often bold, energetic, pioneering and impatient. The first rashi — pioneering, energetic and direct, ruled by Mars.
Is rashi the same as sun sign?: In Vedic astrology, your rashi is usually your Moon sign — where the Moon sat at birth — not the Western sun sign. It needs your exact birth chart to determine.