Satranç is a strategic board game played between two players. It is played on an 8x8 grid called a chessboard, with each player controlling 16 pieces: one king, one queen, two rooks, two knights, two bishops, and eight pawns. The objective is to checkmate the opponent's king, meaning the king is in a position to be captured and cannot escape. The game has a rich history, believed to have originated in India around the 6th century. Satranç has evolved over the centuries, leading to various styles and competitions worldwide. It is recognized for enhancing critical thinking, problem-solving, and planning skills.