Hindu society considers the marriage from various angles from astrological point of view. For the purpose of general understanding these traits can be broadly explained as physical well being ; mental balance, genetical compatibility, sexual adjustments and socio—economic status. This is the precise reason that the marriage system in India is by and large stable when compared to some of the western countries.
c) Matching of kutas between the two partners.
One should consider astrologically in the first instance, the longevity of the couple. If there is no longevity the foundation is itself is weak. Once the issue of longevity is solved, then the prosperity of relationship of the bride and bridegroom should be considered from the strength of seventh and eighth houses, If there are any malefic influences one should analyses the horoscopes for antidotes i.e. cancellations of these malefic influences. Later the units of agreement (kutas) should be considered between the horoscopes for matching purpose.