Statements (163)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:chess_match
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| gptkbp:allows |
counterplay for Black
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| gptkbp:can_lead_to |
complex middlegame positions
various pawn structures rich tactical opportunities |
| gptkbp:characterized_by |
1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 e6 3. Nc3 Bb4
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| gptkbp:common_response_to |
gptkb:1.d4
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| gptkbp:developed_by |
gptkb:20th_century
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| gptkbp:evaluates |
Can lead to rich middlegame positions
Considered solid and flexible Offers good chances for both sides Often leads to imbalanced positions Requires deep understanding of pawn structures |
| gptkbp:has |
multiple variations
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| gptkbp:has_variations |
gptkb:Indian_Defense
gptkb:Classical_Variation gptkb:Sämisch_Variation Tartakower System Leningrad Variation Rubinstein Variation |
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
Popular in the early 20th century
Influenced modern chess theory Used in World Championship matches Adopted by many world champions Popularized by Nimzowitsch's writings |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Nimzo-Indian Defense
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| gptkbp:includes |
gptkb:Classical_Variation
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| gptkbp:is_analyzed_in |
chess literature
chess engines opening databases chess forums |
| gptkbp:is_considered |
a flexible defense
a hypermodern opening a rich opening a counter-attacking opening solid opening a classical defense a dynamic opening |
| gptkbp:is_countered_by |
3. Qd3
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| gptkbp:is_favored_by |
positional players
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| gptkbp:is_known_for |
its rich history
its counterplay potential its flexibility its strategic depth its strategic complexity |
| gptkbp:is_often_accompanied_by |
4.e3
4.a3 5. Nf3 7. O-O 6. Bd3 |
| gptkbp:is_often_used_in |
1.e4
grandmasters experienced players club players elite players top-level players |
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:chess_match
theoretical discussions competitive chess opening theory opening repertoire modern chess repertoire modern opening repertoire |
| gptkbp:is_played_by |
classical chess
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| gptkbp:is_popular_among |
amateur players
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| gptkbp:is_popular_in |
tournament play
high-level chess |
| gptkbp:is_regarded_as |
a sound choice
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| gptkbp:is_taught_in |
chess schools
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| gptkbp:is_used_by |
world champions
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| gptkbp:is_used_in |
gptkb:chess_match
online platforms chess tournaments online chess chess competitions |
| gptkbp:issues |
Ignoring king safety
Neglecting development Overextending pawns Failing to challenge the center Underestimating counterplay opportunities |
| gptkbp:key_concept |
Dynamic play
Pawn structure Piece activity Control of open files Counterplay opportunities Weakening of the opponent's pawn structure |
| gptkbp:launch_platform |
gptkb:Open
Closed Semi-Closed |
| gptkbp:line |
gptkb:Karpov_Variation
gptkb:Main_Line gptkb:Classical_Variation gptkb:Sämisch_Variation Tartakower System Rubinstein Variation Main Line: 4. Bd2 Main Line: 4. Bf4 Main Line: 4. Nb5 Main Line: 4. Nf3 Main Line: 4. Qd3 Main Line: 4.a3 Main Line: 4.cxd5 Main Line: 4.e3 Main Line: 4.e4 Main Line: 4.f3 Main Line: 4.g3 |
| gptkbp:motif |
Control of the center
Development of pieces Bishop pair advantage Pawn structure manipulation Bishop pinning knight Bishop pinning the knight Pawn structure flexibility Pressure on the e4 square |
| gptkbp:named_after |
gptkb:Aron_Nimzowitsch
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| gptkbp:notable_games |
gptkb:Carlsen_vs._Anand,_2014
gptkb:Kasparov_vs._Karpov,_1990 gptkb:Fischer_vs._Spassky,_1972 gptkb:Fischer_vs._Petrosian,_1971 gptkb:Korchnoi_vs._Karpov,_1974 gptkb:Nimzowitsch_vs._Tartakower,_1924 Kramnik vs Anand, 2008 Botvinnik vs Tal, 1960 Kasparov vs Karpov, 1990 |
| gptkbp:notable_players |
gptkb:Magnus_Carlsen
gptkb:Mikhail_Botvinnik gptkb:Anatoly_Karpov gptkb:Viktor_Korchnoi gptkb:Bobby_Fischer gptkb:Garry_Kasparov |
| gptkbp:offers |
flexible pawn structure
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| gptkbp:opened |
gptkb:Bogo-Indian_Defense
gptkb:Queen's_Indian_Defense gptkb:Grünfeld_Defense gptkb:King's_Indian_Defense |
| gptkbp:played_against |
1.c4
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| gptkbp:repertoire |
Used by many players as a main defense against 1.d4
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| gptkbp:responds_to |
gptkb:3..._Nf6
3...c5 3...d5 3...0-0 |
| gptkbp:strategic_goals |
Control of the center
Develop pieces harmoniously Create imbalances Control key squares Prepare for pawn breaks |
| gptkbp:strategy |
Flexibility in pawn structure
Bishop exchange on c3 Control of e4 square Pawn breaks with ...c5 or ...d5 Control of the light squares Counterplay against White's center Development of pieces behind pawns Potential for pawn breaks |
| gptkbp:theoretical_debates |
Main Line vs. Classical Variation
Main Line vs. Leningrad Variation Main Line vs. Rubinstein Variation Main Line vs. Samisch Variation |
| gptkbp:transpositions |
Can transpose into other openings
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| gptkbp:used_by |
top chess players
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Bobby_Fischer
gptkb:Tigran_Petrosian |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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