• Sanskrit Name: Dakshina
• Presiding Deity: Yama (God of Death and Justice)
• Element: Earth (Prithvi)
• Qualities: Stability, security, discipline

Rules and Significance:

• The south is ruled by Yama, and while it is often seen as a heavy and serious direction, it brings security, stability, and control when used properly.
• The master bedroom should ideally be located in the southwest, ensuring peace, strength, and stability in family life.
• Avoid having entrances or windows in the south, as this direction is considered to bring negative energy when it’s used for openings.
• Heavy furniture and storage units can be placed in the south to maintain balance and a sense of groundedness.
• Ideal Rooms: The master bedroom should be placed in the south, as this direction provides stability and strength. The store room can also be placed here to enhance security and maintain balance.
• Avoid: Avoid placing the main entrance or kitchen in the south, as it can invite negative energies and instability. The south is not suitable for water-based elements like bathrooms, as it can disturb the earth element.