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E06

Catalan Opening: Closed

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Overview

Catalan Opening: Closed is a specific line in the Indian Defenses family (ECO E06), arising from a recognised theoretical position.

The Indian Defenses group covers Indian defences — hypermodern lines where Black challenges the centre with pieces rather than pawns.

The line arises from 9 plies — specifically the moves 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. g3 d5 4. Bg2 Be7 5. Nf3.

The line refines Catalan Opening: Closed, which traces back to the root opening Catalan Opening.

The line splits into 3 documented sub-systems: Catalan Opening: Closed, Catalan Opening: Closed, Catalan Opening: Closed.

Together the deeper variations number 9 across the full subtree.

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ECO code
E06
Group
Indian Defenses (E)
Plies
9
Parent
Catalan Opening: Closed
Direct variations
3
Total in subtree
9

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Variations (3)

Related variations at the same level

Sister lines that share the same parent Catalan Opening: Closed:

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