Each catgory of the four Astrology sign (such as movable, fixed and common) has a common factor or quality of expression, but this quality in each astrology sign would be applied differently. The three qualities may be compared to the three Gunas of Hindus, viz the cardinal or movable to Rajas (activity), this fixed to Tamas (constancy), and the mutable or common to Sattva (rhythm)

Mesha, Kataka, Thula and Makar are movable astrology signs, Rishaba , Simha ,Vrischika and fixed ones. Mithuna, Kanya, Dhanu and Meena are known as common astrology sign.
           
Movable Astrology sign represent movement from one place to another, just as water in the river flows smoothly without going back to its source.
           
Movable signs in astrology show enterprise, enthusiasm, love of ambition, forcefulness, and go-a-head spirit ; fame recognition and popularity; and ability to complete plans and execute them in a short time. The native always loves change and reform. those; who rise in life on their own and those who make headway against heavy odds and impediments.This natives of movable astrology sign are independent in spirit and self-assertive. They dlslike dependence on others and are averse to subordination.
           
Movable astrology sign on the Ascendant incline to ailments affecting the head, stomach, kidneys and all movable or functional disorders. They tend to brain fever, headache, fits, disorders of the stomach, kidney troubles. cold, rheumastism, injuries to the head and knees e.t.c.
           
Afflictions from movable astrology sign indicate acute ailments which usually run their course and leave no particular trace.
           
Movable signs in astrology on the cusp of the 2nd house help one to earn money through name, fame and public recognition. the natives of these signs have great vitality and dynamism so much so they gain through activity, ambition and adventures .There is the liability to fluctuating fortune and changes where money is concerned. Speculative enterprise is favoured and acquisitiveness is usually well developed.
           
According to Indian astrology, If the third house cusps falls in a movable sign, it signifies that the mind is often aspiring, active, ambitious, enterprising but changeable about. close ties with cousins, neighbours ,etc and woth relatives in general are developed.
           
People having movable astrology sign and being possessed of dynamic energy, one will be able to take up pioneer work. The natives of these signs are arodent in whatever they undertake and if they will work for that cause with all the vim and vigour of their energetic nature. They succeed through sheer audacity.
           
The persons influenced by these astrology sign are best fitted in positions that require speed and swiftness, wit and ingenuity and tact and diplomacy. they never rest content until they are in the lead of whatever pursuit they follow. They scorn subordination. Native with these astrology sign are ideally suited to occupy responsible and authoritative positions.
           
When in horoscope, the majority of the planets are placed in movable astrology sign or when these signs are on the 1st,4th, 7th and 10th house called angles or kendras, it show that one sill hole a prominent position, be it trade, business, politics or profession. He will exhibit ambition and enterprise to a great degree. They will never feel fully satisfied unless they are at the head of things. They are fond of changes in life and will have many changes too.
           
If jupiter occupies the 11th house falling in a movable astrology sign, it indicates executive ability and progress; if this happens to be a fixed sign, jealousy and pride among friends is the result; if it is a common astrology sign, one may not achieve one's hopes. There may also be sorrow through friends.

In Indian astrology , when the movable astrology sign is on the angles (1st, 4th 7th and10th houses) one will be resourceful and alert , He would grasp on idea very quickly. Being enterprising and active , He will shun no effort in order to succeed. He will succeed in any enterprise, come what may. A brave, bold and indomitable spirit is indicated.