Anuradha is the seventeenth nakshatra among the 27 nakshatras in vedic astrology. All the four padas of Anuradha are in Scorpio and the presiding deity is Mitra who is one of the 12 Adityas. Symbol for Anuradha is a lotus flower The gana(trait) for Anuradha is Devta. Anuradha is ruled by Saturn and located in Scorpio Sign which is ruled by Mars. Saturn and Mars are polar opposites in terms of personality. Natives with Moon in Anuradha require time before they learn to balance the negativity of Saturn and impatience of Mars. Slowly they learn the art to apply Saturn's hard work, discipline and patience to aggression, energy and never say die attitude of Mars which slowly but surely ensures them success.

     Anuradha natives have a beautiful face and bright eyes. They have somewhat of a dejected look on their face due to the inner termoil of Saturn-Mars fight to dominate individuals personality. They are generally lean and tall.

     Female natives are clever, witty and fun loving. They are surrounded by admiring circle of friends. Often they invite envy and malice from others who are jealous of them. Males are robust and healthy but derive very little enjoyment in life. While their speech shows warmth and kindness their inner feelings maybe inimical. Inner peace for them would only be possible once they let go of their hateful nature. Natives both male and females face several difficulties in life but can successfully overcome those obstacles. Natives are firm believer in God.

     These natives spend an independent life and start working at a very young age of 17 or 18. Life between 17 to 48 would be full of trials with some occassional benefits. But life after 48 years would be extremely good. Natives are best suited to pursue business but if employed they would get on quite well with superiors. Career in conflict resolutions, as deal makers and as negotiators would give maximum benefits. They can even become good doctors or pharmacist.

     Natives have strained relationship with parents and siblings. They live an independent life and generally settle abroad. Marital life is happy and a good partner is indicated. Children are successful, obedient and intelligent. Female natives are devoted to their partners and are quite religious. Female is generally devoted to in-laws and this trait gives her good rewards.

     Natives are prone to cough and cold.

     Deal maker. loves challenges, hard working and agile.

     Revengeful, no inner peace