


Some variations of the game are mentioned as under: It is much modified than the original version with different variations around the world. Snakes and Ladders is a worldwide classic strategy board game. The game is played widely in Asian countries such as China, India, Pakistan, and others. The ladders made on the board are considered to be the blessings while the snakes represent the evil. Snakes and Ladders originated from India in the 13 th century, and it was previously known as Mokshpat. In the United States, it is known as Chutes and Ladders and Snakes and Arrows in some parts of India. NUMBER OF PLAYERS: 2-6 Players (though the maximum number is not limited to 6, usually 4 to 6 players play Snakes and Ladders game) MATERIALS: Snakes and Ladders game board, a die, 6 game pieces/tokens (1 for each player, in case of 6 players) TYPE OF GAME: Strategy board game (race/die game) AUDIENCE: Teenagers OBJECTIVE SNAKES AND LADDERS: The goal of the game is to reach the final square from the starting square on the board before anyone else (any other player).
