Basically we should know what is karma theory? It is ‘the law of cause and effect’. In fact the Newton’s principle that every action produces an equal and opposite reaction is just an extension from the Karma theory. It is such an integral part of our Hindu Philosophy that not only the astrologers or the learned people but common people should know of its importance and the acknowledge it.
Every person is responsible for his or her acts and thoughts, so each person’s Karma is entirely his or her own. How people treat you is their Karma and how you react will be yours.
Hindu Philosophy which believes in life after death, holds the doctrine that if the Karma of an individual is good enough, the next birth will be rewarding, if not, the person might devolve and degenerate into a lower life form. In order to achieve good Karma it is important to live life according to Dharma or what is right.
Therefore, Karma Theory mainly depends on 3 pillars and they are
Reincarnation or Rebirth
Inescapable tendency to do Karmas
Fruits of the past actions that are yet to be enjoyed /suffered.
We can henceforth categorize Karma into three categories:
1. Satvik Karma
2. Rajasik Karma
3. Tamasik Karma
