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King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Gligoric-Taimanov System

Initial Position

After 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 g6 3.Nc3 Bg7 4.e4 d6 5.Nf3 O-O 6.Be2 e5 7.Be3, White enters the Gligoric-Taimanov System of the Orthodox Variation. This flexible system, named after Svetozar Gligoric and Mark Taimanov, aims for solid development and strategic maneuvering. White prepares to control the center and create active piece play while maintaining a flexible pawn structure.

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