Concept of Daridrāyoga in Astrology: Classical Foundations, Configurations and Remedies

Daridrāyoga is an important concept in classical Jyotiṣa associated with poverty, deprivation, and sustained material suffering. Ancient Indian tradition perceives daridrya not merely as economic scarcity but as a multidimensional condition affecting physical, mental, and social well-being. The present study analyzes Daridrāyoga on the basis of classical Jyotiṣa texts and correlates it with the concept of Daridrya-roga in śāstric literature. The paper discusses philosophical foundations rooted in karmasiddhānta, major astrological configurations responsible for Daridrāyoga, and the affliction of wealth-producing houses. Traditional remedial measures such as mantra, dāna, vrata, and ethical conduct are also briefly examined. The study emphasizes that Daridrāyoga represents a modifiable karmic condition rather than absolute fatalism, allowing scope for conscious remedial action.