Indian: 2.c3

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Opening Overview: Indian: 2.c3

By playing c3, the player enters the Indian: 2.c3, a system within the Indian complex. Departing from the popular Canard Opening (f4), this line chooses c3. It succeeds by maintaining a solid objective evaluation while changing the character of the game. This move challenges the opponent.

Critical Concepts

  • Emphasize piece activity and king safety as lines open rapidly.
  • Control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure.
  • Feature: Open Center, Fianchetto

From here, play often proceeds with g6, leading into the Indian. Data analysis shows a 36% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Stockfish Analysis of Indian: 2.c3:
+0.41 Balanced
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Technical Details for Indian: 2.c3

  • ECO Code: A45
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 36% / B: 28%
  • Moves: 5
  • Aliases: None
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