Q. Consider the following statements regarding traditional Indian games: - Chaturanga is regarded as the precursor to modern chess.
- Pachisi is traditionally played using cowrie shells and a cloth board.
- Chaupar is mentioned in the Mahabharata.
Which of the above statements is / are correct?
Answer:
1, 2 and 3
Notes: Chaturanga, an ancient Indian game, is acknowledged as the forerunner of chess. Pachisi, often called India's national game, is played on a cloth board with cowrie shells. Chaupar, a related game using dice, is cited in the Mahabharata during the famous game of dice episode. Hence, all statements given above are correct.