Sikhism: Beliefs, Practices, and Significance

Question 1

Which of these is a core belief in Sikhism?

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Believing in one all-powerful creator God

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Practicing extreme asceticism and detachment from worldly life

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Reincarnation and the cycle of rebirth

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Sacrificing animals to appease deities

Question 2

Which of the Five Ks, a set of symbols worn by Sikhs, represents a soldier's weapon?

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Kirpan

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Kara

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Kanga

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Kachera

Question 3

What is the term for the Sikh concept of selfless service and community involvement?

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Seva

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Langar

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Karma

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Dharma

Question 4

What is the significance of the color blue in the Sikh flag, known as the Nishan Sahib?

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Represents purity and devotion

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Represents royalty

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Represents sacrifice

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Represents wisdom

Question 5

Who was the first Sikh woman to be baptized and played a significant role in Sikh history?

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Mai Bhago

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Mata Khivi

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Bibi Nanaki

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Sada Kaur

Question 6

Which of the following Sikh festivals celebrates the harvest?

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Vaisakhi

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Diwali

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Holi

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Eid

Question 7

What is the primary purpose of the Anand Karaj ceremony in Sikhism?

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Marriage ceremony

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Initiation ceremony

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Funeral ceremony

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Naming ceremony

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a challenge faced by the Sikh community in the UK?

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Abundant career opportunities

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Discrimination or prejudice

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Loss of cultural or religious identity

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Language barriers

Question 9

Who established Sikhism?

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Guru Nanak

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Guru Amar Das

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Guru Tegh Bahadur

Question 10

In Sikhism, what is the meaning of the term 'Guru'?

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Enlightened Guide

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Instructor

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Prophet

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Savior

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT among the Five Ks, which are religious symbols worn by Sikhs?

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Langar (community kitchen)

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Kesh (uncut hair)

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Kara (steel bracelet)

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Kirpan (ceremonial sword)

Question 12

What is the name of the large, curved sword traditionally carried by Sikh men?

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Kirpan

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Katar

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Khanjar

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Khalsa

Question 13

According to Sikhism, what happens after death?

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Believers are reborn until they achieve spiritual liberation

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Believers are not reborn after death

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Only those who follow the Guru's teachings are reborn

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Reincarnation is not a part of Sikh beliefs

Question 14

Who is considered the founder of Sikhism?

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Guru Nanak

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Guru Arjan

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Guru Hargobind

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Guru Gobind Singh

Question 15

Which of the following is a sacred text of Sikhism?

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Adi Granth

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Torah

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Qur'an

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Bible

Question 16

What is the meaning of the term 'Langar' in Sikhism?

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A community kitchen where food is served to all, regardless of caste or religion.

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A Sikh temple.

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A Sikh religious ceremony.

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A Sikh holy man.

Question 17

Who is revered as the founder of Sikhism?

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Guru Nanak

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Guru Gobind Singh

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Guru Hargobind

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Guru Tegh Bahadur

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental principle of Sikhism?

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Acceptance of the Caste system

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Belief in one God

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Equality of all humans

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Service to humanity

Question 19

What is the name of the sacred scripture of Sikhism?

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Guru Granth Sahib

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Bhagavad Gita

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Quran

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Torah

Question 20

What historical factor played a key role in the rise of Sikhism?

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Hindu persecution under the Mughal Empire

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Decline of Buddhism in the region

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Christian missionary efforts

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Sikh military expansion

Question 21

Which of the following is a central belief in Sikhism?

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The Guru Granth Sahib is the ultimate spiritual authority.

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Reincarnation is the only path to salvation.

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God exists in many forms and idols.

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The Khalsa separates Sikhs from non-Sikhs.

Question 22

Which of the Five Ks represents strength and bravery?

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Kirpan

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Kesh

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Kara

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Kanga

Question 23

What is the name of the place where Sikhs worship?

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Gurudwara

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Temple

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Mosque

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Synagogue

Question 24

Who is considered the founder of Sikhism?

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Guru Nanak

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Guru Arjan

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Guru Gobind Singh

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Guru Amar Das

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT a pillar of Sikhism?

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Worshiping sacred idols

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Earning an honest living

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Sharing your wealth

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Baptism

Question 26

What is the name of the holy book of Sikhism?

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Guru Granth Sahib

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Bhagavad Gita

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Quran

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Torah

Question 27

Which of the following is a characteristic of Sikh worship?

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Singing hymns accompanied by music

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Praying to multiple gods and goddesses

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Performing animal sacrifices

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Following a strict liturgy

Question 28

What is the main reason for performing service in Sikhism?

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To help the community

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To gain personal merit

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To please God

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To achieve spiritual enlightenment

Question 29

What is the meaning of 'Nam Simran' in Sikhism?

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A practice of remembering God through meditation and repeating his name.

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A form of daily prayer performed at specific times.

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A way to seek forgiveness from God for sins.

Question 30

Which of these is NOT a core ethical principle that guides the lives of Sikhs?

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Revenge

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Honesty

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Compassion

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Service

Question 31

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental principle of Sikhism?

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Reincarnation as a necessary part of spiritual development

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Belief in one God

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Rejection of the caste system

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Service to humanity without expectation of reward

Question 32

What is the significance of the Five Ks in Sikhism?

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They represent the Sikh identity, faith, and commitment to God.

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They are used exclusively for religious ceremonies and rituals.

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They are primarily decorative symbols with no practical or spiritual value.

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They are tools and items for everyday living with no religious significance.

Question 33

What is the name of the sacred text and religious scripture of Sikhism?

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Guru Granth Sahib

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Bhagavad Gita

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Torah

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Bible

Question 34

Which of the following is a significant pilgrimage site for Sikhs worldwide?

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Golden Temple

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Vatican City

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Mecca

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Jerusalem

Question 35

What is the significance of Langar in Sikhism?

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It is a community kitchen where free meals are served to all, regardless of background.

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It is a type of religious festival held annually to celebrate the birth of Guru Nanak.

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It is a pilgrimage site where Sikhs gather for spiritual retreats.

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It is a sacred text that contains the teachings of the Sikh Gurus.

Question 36

Which of the following is a criticism sometimes leveled against Sikhism?

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It can be perceived as patriarchal, with limited roles for women in leadership.

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It emphasizes external rituals and practices over internal spirituality.

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It does not believe in the concept of reincarnation.

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It is a closed and exclusive religion that does not welcome outsiders.

Question 37

Who is revered as the founder and first Guru of Sikhism?

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Guru Nanak

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Guru Arjan Dev

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Guru Gobind Singh

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Guru Teg Bahadur

Question 38

What is the central belief that forms the foundation of Sikhism?

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There is only one God for all.

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All humans are inherently equal.

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Service to others is of utmost importance.

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Reincarnation is a key concept in Sikhism.

Question 39

Which holy scripture is regarded as the supreme authority in Sikhism?

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Guru Granth Sahib

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Bhagavad Gita

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Qur'an

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Torah

Question 40

What is the name of the communal kitchen and dining space found in Sikh gurdwaras?

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Langar

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Sanctum

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Darbar

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Amritsar

Question 41

What is the name of the major Sikh festival that commemorates the birth of Guru Nanak?

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Gurpurab

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Diwali

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Hola Mohalla

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Lohri

Question 42

Which of the following is a significant pilgrimage site for Sikhs?

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Amritsar

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Vaishno Devi

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Mecca

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Varanasi

Question 43

Who is known as the tenth and final Guru of Sikhism, who established the Khalsa?

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Guru Gobind Singh

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Guru Arjan Dev

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Guru Nanak

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Guru Ram Das

Question 44

Explain the meaning of the concept 'Chardi Kala' in Sikhism.

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Maintaining a positive outlook despite challenges

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Surrendering to fate

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Living a minimalistic life

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Meditating daily

Question 45

Which language is predominantly used in the Sikh holy scripture, the Guru Granth Sahib?

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Punjabi

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Hindi

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Sanskrit

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English

Question 46

Identify the historical event that marked the establishment of the Khalsa by Guru Gobind Singh.

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Battle of Vaisakhi

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Battle of Chamkaur

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Battle of Anandpur Sahib

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Battle of Amritsar

Question 47

Name the annual Sikh festival that commemorates the birth of Guru Nanak.

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Gurpurab

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Holi

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Diwali

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Lohri

Question 48

Describe the Sikh perspective on the concept of karma.

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Karma is a consequence of one's actions.

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Karma is a predetermined destiny.

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Karma is a form of punishment.

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Karma is an illusion.

Question 49

Who is recognized as the founder and first Guru of Sikhism?

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Guru Nanak

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Guru Gobind Singh

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Guru Arjan

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Guru Ram Das

Question 50

What is the fundamental belief in Sikhism, representing the oneness of God?

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Ik Onkar

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Trivedi

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Trinity

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Brahma

Question 51

Which of the following is incompatible with Sikh teachings and principles?

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Violence

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Charitable service

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Equality

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Truthfulness

Question 52

What do the 'Five Ks' symbolize in Sikhism?

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Articles of faith representing Sikh identity

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Precepts of Buddhism

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Virtues of Jainism

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Pillars of Islam

Question 53

Which sacred text is the central scripture of Sikhism?

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Guru Granth Sahib

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Torah

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Bhagavad Gita

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Qur'an

Question 54

What is the term for a Sikh place of worship?

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Gurdwara

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Mosque

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Temple

Question 55

Who established the Khalsa, a disciplined community of Sikh warriors?

Accepted Answer

Guru Gobind Singh

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Guru Ram Das

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Guru Arjan

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Guru Nanak

Question 56

Which festival commemorates the Sikh harvest and celebrates the new year?

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Baisakhi

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Eid

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Diwali

Question 57

What is a core ethical principle emphasized in Sikhism?

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Selfless service to others

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Material wealth accumulation

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Extreme asceticism

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Individual salvation

Question 58

From which region did Sikhism originate?

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Punjab, India

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Middle East

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Central Asia

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Southeast Asia