Chess originated in India, with early forms such as Chaturanga appearing around the 6th century CE. From there, the game spread to Persia (where it evolved into Shatranj), then across the Islamic world and into Europe, where it ultimately became the modern game we know today. Key points:
- Origin: India (Chaturanga, 6th century CE)
- Evolution: to Persia (Shatranj) and then to the Arab world and Europe, where the game continued to evolve, including the introduction of the queen and changes to piece rules
- Board and pieces: the game was played on an 8×8 board, and the modern chess set is the result of centuries of rule refinements after its Indian beginnings
If you’d like, I can summarize reputable sources in a concise timeline or provide a brief compare-and-contrast of early variants (Chaturanga vs. Shatranj) and how each contributed to the modern rules.
