What does the Sanskrit word 'Chaturanga' mean?

It means 'having four limbs' or 'four divisions', representing the four components of the traditional Indian military.

Cultural Contributions of India

UPSC Archival Analysis

Q: The game of 'Chess' is said to have originated in-

Chess originated in India during the 6th century CE, where it was called Chaturanga. It was based on the four divisions of the ancient Indian military: infantry, cavalry, elephants, and chariots.

Exam Year

2004

Evidence Source

Link

ID: ANC_HIS_PMPG_2004_70 Ref: A History of Chess by H.J.R. Murray