The exact origins of chess are still unclear though others believe that the game was based on the Indian Chaturanga, which literally means four and arm. The ancient chess game used pieces that are slightly similar to modern chess, as well as movements. However, the rules of such a game are yet to be clarified.
In every game there are rules and chess in not an exception. In fact, there are several rules that govern the competitive and recreational game. However, the question really is, where did the rules came from and how were they developed?
Early Chess Rules
During the 16th century, the rules of modern chess took form in Italy. Since then, the rules of the game have evolved continuously. Going back centuries in the past, before the modern rules even took form in Italy, chess was played very slowly, with some games lasting for several days. There are other variations of the rules that began to change the shape of the game during the 1300s. The most notable, though originally unpopular, change in the rules was the ability of the pawn to move two squares during the first move instead of one.
After 1475 A.D., there are new modifications in the rules...
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