The game of chess is said to have originated in 7th-century India. It is based on Chaturanga, or four different military units (infantry, cavalry, elephants, and chariots).
A heartfelt Väh! to all participants—your INDIA Challenge entries were mesmerizing! 🌏📜 Each image, a universe; each tale, a spark of wonder. As we move forward, let’s keep the spirit alive and remember Sivaratri on Feb 26-27 🔥—a night of devotion, transformation, and deep story-listening about Shiva and his mysteries. Could this be your next INDIA Challenge theme? Let the wonder unfold... AHO! 🙏💫
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Surreal painting on scratched, yellowed vintage paper depicting 7th century Indian Chaturanga (infantry, cavalry, elephants and chariots) as a connection to the game of chess