Is Astrology the Biggest Scam of Our Time? Read This Before You Believe!
Yuvraj Nanda | Mar 14, 2025, 21:55 IST
Billions believe in astrology—but is it real or just the biggest scam of our time? From zodiac signs to expensive kundali readings, astrology has shaped careers, marriages, and even elections. But does it have any scientific backing? Or are we all just falling for a centuries-old illusion? Let’s break down the truth.
Astrology is everywhere—from daily horoscopes to marriage decisions, job predictions, election strategies and even IPL predictions. Millions of Indians won’t even start a new venture without consulting their family astrologer about the planets far off in the solar system.
We, as humans do not want to accept failure. We are so engrossed in self centrism that to feel irrelevant in a society of 800 billion in itself a horror to the mind. Therefore, we look for concepts that can make us feel important. We really want to believe that we are connected with planets far away from us and that we matter so much in a universal sense.
But what if everything you believe (if you do) about astrology is just a beautifully packaged illusion which? Is it even close to science and reality, or are we all falling to just another trap that makes us a victim for the biggest scam of our times today?
We are scared. The human nature in itself is built around fear. Our lives are dictated by people and we dictate it to them and the cycle continues without people finding and seeking the truth themselves. Astrology has survived for thousands of years, despite zero scientific proof. Why? Because it feels real. But is it real? Highly debatable.
It provides comfort – Life is unpredictable, and astrology makes people feel like the stars have a plan for them.
It gives a sense of control – Bad day? Come on, let’s blame Mercury today. Tough phase? “It’s in my stars.”
It seems accurate – Generic predictions made by astrologers (Barnum effect) make everyone feel like their horoscope totally matches their life.
So even though there are billionaires, large celebrities, sportspersons and politicians swear by it, a large number of people having faith in one specific concept does not necessarily make it the truth. What we rather need is a strong introspection, to question and verify, what is legitimate and what is not.
Here’s the harsh truth:
Zero scientific evidence – No study has ever proved that planets affect personality or future events.
Outdated star maps – Astrology is based on ancient constellations that have shifted over centuries, making modern predictions meaningless.
Contradictory claims – Different astrologers give different readings. If it were real, results would be consistent.
Even Carl Sagan, one of the most legendary and celebrated astrophysicists, dismissed astrology as “a deceitful pseudoscience” as he found no logic behind it.
Let’s be real here—astrology is a very big business. The Indian astrology market is worth over ₹30,000 crore, with millions spent on:
• Personal horoscope readings
• Gemstones and lucky charms
• Expensive pujas to “fix” bad planetary positions
• Apps and websites selling premium astrological services
If astrology was really about guiding people, why does it require so much money?
Not everyone who believes in astrology is a fraud because there are many astrologers who are genuinely convinced of their craft—whether it is real or not is a different debate. But the system of horoscopes and astrology as an ecosystem itself? It is largely based on myths and not factual evidence.
If the position of a planet like Jupiter really dictated your life and success, why do twins who were born at the same time have completely different lives?
So the next time before you plan your career, marriage, or life choices based on astrology, ask yourself a genuine question and that is whether you are in major control of your future—or are you just letting the stars decide?
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We, as humans do not want to accept failure. We are so engrossed in self centrism that to feel irrelevant in a society of 800 billion in itself a horror to the mind. Therefore, we look for concepts that can make us feel important. We really want to believe that we are connected with planets far away from us and that we matter so much in a universal sense.
But what if everything you believe (if you do) about astrology is just a beautifully packaged illusion which? Is it even close to science and reality, or are we all falling to just another trap that makes us a victim for the biggest scam of our times today?
Why Do So Many People Believe in Astrology?
A man thinking anxiously, imagined AI.
We are scared. The human nature in itself is built around fear. Our lives are dictated by people and we dictate it to them and the cycle continues without people finding and seeking the truth themselves. Astrology has survived for thousands of years, despite zero scientific proof. Why? Because it feels real. But is it real? Highly debatable.
It provides comfort – Life is unpredictable, and astrology makes people feel like the stars have a plan for them.
It gives a sense of control – Bad day? Come on, let’s blame Mercury today. Tough phase? “It’s in my stars.”
It seems accurate – Generic predictions made by astrologers (Barnum effect) make everyone feel like their horoscope totally matches their life.
So even though there are billionaires, large celebrities, sportspersons and politicians swear by it, a large number of people having faith in one specific concept does not necessarily make it the truth. What we rather need is a strong introspection, to question and verify, what is legitimate and what is not.
The Reality: Astrology vs. Facts
A depiction of horoscopes
Here’s the harsh truth:
Zero scientific evidence – No study has ever proved that planets affect personality or future events.
Outdated star maps – Astrology is based on ancient constellations that have shifted over centuries, making modern predictions meaningless.
Contradictory claims – Different astrologers give different readings. If it were real, results would be consistent.
Even Carl Sagan, one of the most legendary and celebrated astrophysicists, dismissed astrology as “a deceitful pseudoscience” as he found no logic behind it.
The Money Behind the Horoscope Industry
Depiction of the big amounts people spend in Astrology
Let’s be real here—astrology is a very big business. The Indian astrology market is worth over ₹30,000 crore, with millions spent on:
• Personal horoscope readings
• Gemstones and lucky charms
• Expensive pujas to “fix” bad planetary positions
• Apps and websites selling premium astrological services
If astrology was really about guiding people, why does it require so much money?
So… Is Astrology a Scam?
The horoscope wheel.
Not everyone who believes in astrology is a fraud because there are many astrologers who are genuinely convinced of their craft—whether it is real or not is a different debate. But the system of horoscopes and astrology as an ecosystem itself? It is largely based on myths and not factual evidence.
If the position of a planet like Jupiter really dictated your life and success, why do twins who were born at the same time have completely different lives?
So the next time before you plan your career, marriage, or life choices based on astrology, ask yourself a genuine question and that is whether you are in major control of your future—or are you just letting the stars decide?
Explore the latest trends and tips in Health & Fitness, Travel, Life Hacks, Fashion & Beauty, and Relationships at Times Life.