In simple words
Makara is the Vedic name for the sign Capricorn. It is ruled by Saturn and is movable (a starter).
If your Moon was in Makara, read "As your Moon sign". If Makara was rising when you were born, read "As your lagna". Your chart page in Vedic mode shows both.
As your Moon sign
With the Moon in Makara, you manage your feelings with discipline and prefer practical solutions. You take responsibility seriously and often carry more than your share. Warmth may be shown through reliability more than words.
As your lagna (rising sign)
With Makara rising, you come across as serious, capable and ambitious. Your life often improves steadily with age and effort. Rest and joy are as important as achievement.
Growing with Makara
Schedule rest as firmly as work. Endurance needs renewal.
Vedic signs are measured from the stars (the sidereal zodiac), about 24° behind the Western ones. That is why many people's Vedic sign is one sign earlier than their Western sign.