Mars (Mangal) has two distinct forms in Lal Kitab: "Mangal Nek" (Positive Mars) and "Mangal Bad" (Negative Mars).
When Mars sits in the 10th house, it is exalted (Uchha). Here, Mars becomes the ultimate protector. It is the "Sword of Justice" ("insaaf ki talwar"). The person will fight for the weak, uphold the law, and protect their family with honor.
But when Mars sits in the 4th house, it becomes debilitated (Neech). Here, the warrior turns into a coward. Instead of fighting enemies face-to-face, this Mars creates a person who will betray their own family. They will literally "stab a knife in their brother's back" ("bhai ki peeth pe chhuri chalai") over property or petty disputes.