Quick Answer:The Tower of Brahma, also known as the Tower of Hanoi, is a logic puzzle with 3 rods on a base and discs of several sizes. The task is to move the whole stack to another rod, one disc at a time, without placing a larger disc on a smaller one.
Last updated: 19 October 2026
Key Features
Base platform with 3 vertical rods.
Set of discs in graded sizes.
Develops sequencing, logical reasoning and problem-solving.
Introduces recursion and algorithmic thinking.
Components: Base platform, 3 rods, discs of different sizes
How It Is Used
All the discs are stacked on one rod in decreasing size with the largest at the bottom. Players move one disc at a time, never putting a larger disc on a smaller one, until the whole stack sits on another rod. Starting with fewer discs and adding more helps learners spot the pattern.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the rules of the Tower of Brahma?
Move only one disc at a time, never place a larger disc on a smaller one, and transfer the whole stack from one rod to another.
Is the Tower of Brahma the same as the Tower of Hanoi?
Yes. It is the same puzzle, also known as the Tower of Hanoi.
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