
About Kauda
Description of the Kauda Game
Kauda is a traditional gambling board game that has been played for generations in Nepal and India. This game, deeply rooted in cultural history, is often associated with ancient texts such as the Mahabharata, where it is mentioned as a form of entertainment and gambling.
The game utilizes a unique set of tools: Cowry shells, specifically the species Monetaria moneta, commonly known as "Monetaria moneta" or "Sea Shell." These shells are used to determine the outcome of each round. Each player uses 16 shells, and the result of the toss—whether it shows the front or back side—determines the game's progression. The front side occurrence is referred to as "ghopte," while the back side is called "kolte."
Four players participate in each game, positioned around the board in an anticlockwise arrangement. The players are named "teeya" (or "haate"), "chauka," "paanja," and "chakka" (तीया, चौका, पंजा, छक्का). The game begins with the player holding "teeya," who starts by tossing the shells.
If "teeya" appears on the toss, the player collects all bets from the other players ("chauka," "paanja," and "chakka"). However, if any other side appears, the player must pay double the bet to the respective player. After each toss, if "teeya" appears again, the player gets another chance to toss the shells. If any other side appears, the turn passes to the next player, and the game continues in this manner.
Kauda is also known by various names, including "Kaura," "Cauda," "Caurie," and "Kaurie," reflecting its widespread recognition and the diverse linguistic backgrounds of its players.
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