Sikhism: Origins, Beliefs, and Traditions

Question 1

What is NOT a typical feature found in a Gurdwara?

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A swimming pool for leisure activities

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A spacious hall for communal prayer

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A special room for the Guru Granth Sahib

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A langar hall for shared meals

Question 2

Who is revered as the founder of Sikhism and played a pivotal role in establishing its core principles?

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Guru Nanak

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Guru Gobind Singh

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Bhai Gurdas

Question 3

Which of these is the central tenet of Sikhism?

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Monotheistic belief in one God

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Belief in multiple deities

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Non-violence and service to others

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Emphasis on personal experience over religious rituals

Question 4

What is the designated place of worship for Sikhs?

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Gurdwara

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Temple

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Mosque

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Church

Question 5

Who among these is considered the tenth and final Sikh guru?

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Guru Gobind Singh

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Guru Nanak Dev

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Guru Arjan Dev

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Guru Tegh Bahadur

Question 6

What is the sacred scripture of Sikhism called?

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Adi Granth

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Bhagavad Gita

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Torah

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Quran

Question 7

What is the significance of the Khalsa in Sikhism?

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A community of initiated Sikhs

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An elite military group

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A council of Sikh elders

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The name of the first Gurdwara

Question 8

According to Sikhism, how are the physical and spiritual realms related?

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Intertwined and complementary

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Separate and distinct

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In constant conflict

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Irrelevant to religious practice

Question 9

Within the Sikh faith, how is the concept of reincarnation primarily understood?

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As a process of spiritual evolution

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As a form of divine punishment

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As a random occurrence with no inherent meaning

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As a means to escape the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth

Question 10

Who is credited with founding Sikhism?

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Guru Nanak

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Guru Gobind Singh

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Guru Tegh Bahadur

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Guru Amar Das

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT among the Five Ks?

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Kurta (loose tunic)

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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 given to the Sikh place of worship?

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Gurdwara

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Mandir

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Church

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Mosque

Question 13

Who is recognized as the eternal Guru of Sikhism?

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Guru Granth Sahib

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Guru Nanak

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Guru Gobind Singh

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Guru Hargobind

Question 14

Which of the following is a significant festival celebrated by Sikhs?

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Vaisakhi

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Diwali

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Hanukkah

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Christmas

Question 15

What is the significance of the 'Khalsa' in Sikh history?

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The community of baptized Sikhs

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A group of Sikh warriors

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A Sikh religious order

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The Sikh holy book

Question 16

Which of the following is a key principle in Sikhism?

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Sewa (selfless service)

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Karma (action)

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Dharma (duty)

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Moksha (liberation)

Question 17

How does Sikhism view the concept of reincarnation?

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It believes in reincarnation as a cycle of births and deaths until enlightenment is achieved

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It does not believe in reincarnation

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It believes in reincarnation only for those who have committed sins

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It believes in reincarnation but only for animals

Question 18

Which ethical principle is the cornerstone of the Sikh faith?

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Compassion

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Karma

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Original Sin

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Non-Violence

Question 19

What is the name of the sacred scripture of Sikhism?

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Guru Granth Sahib

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Qu'ran

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Torah

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Bhagavad Gita

Question 20

Who is considered the founder of Sikhism?

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Guru Nanak Dev

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Muhammad

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Moses

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Abraham

Question 21

Where is the most significant Sikh shrine located?

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Harmandir Sahib

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Mecca

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Jerusalem

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Vatican City

Question 22

Which of the following is NOT a value emphasized in Sikhism?

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Self-interest

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Truthfulness

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Honesty

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Equality

Question 23

What is the name of the Sikh initiation ceremony?

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Amrit Sanskar

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Baptism

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Confirmation

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Bar Mitzvah

Question 24

Who is widely regarded 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 Har Rai

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Guru Teg Bahadur

Question 25

What is the designated name for a Sikh house of worship?

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Gurdwara

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Mandir

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Mosque

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Temple

Question 26

Who succeeded Guru Gobind Singh, becoming the final living guru of the Sikhs?

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Guru Granth Sahib

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Guru Har Krisan

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Guru Ram Das

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Guru Arjan Dev

Question 27

What is the name of the revered Sikh scripture?

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Guru Granth Sahib

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Rig Veda

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Torah

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Bhagavad Gita

Question 28

Which of the following is a significant festival celebrated within Sikhism?

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Vaisakhi

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Diwali

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Eid al-Fitr

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Hanukkah

Question 29

What is the name for the communal kitchen that is an integral part of Sikh Gurdwaras?

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Langar

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Masjid

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Gurudwara

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Temple

Question 30

In Sikhism, 'seva' refers to the concept of selfless service. Explain the nature of 'seva' and describe how it is practiced within the Sikh community and beyond.

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Seva involves a range of service activities that focus on helping others and benefiting the community.

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Seva is a ritualistic practice performed by Sikhs to gain personal merit.

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Seva is only practiced within the Gurdwara, the Sikh place of worship.

Question 31

Who is widely recognized as the founder of Sikhism?

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Guru Nanak Dev Ji

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Guru Gobind Singh Ji

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Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji

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Guru Arjan Dev Ji

Question 32

What is the fundamental belief that forms the core of Sikhism?

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The belief in one God.

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The importance of reincarnation.

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The significance of caste and social hierarchy.

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The rejection of all religious practices.

Question 33

What is the name of the sacred scripture that holds immense importance in Sikhism?

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Guru Granth Sahib

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Adi Granth

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Bhagavad Gita

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Torah

Question 34

Where do Sikhs primarily congregate for worship and religious practices?

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Gurdwaras

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Temples

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Mosques

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Churches

Question 35

Which of the following is a significant festival celebrated within the Sikh tradition?

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Vaisakhi

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Diwali

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Eid al-Fitr

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Christmas

Question 36

What is the primary purpose of the langar in Sikhism?

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A community kitchen that serves free meals.

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A place for religious ceremonies.

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A school for Sikh children.

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A place for meditation and spiritual contemplation.

Question 37

According to Sikhism, what is the nature of the relationship between men and women?

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Men and women are regarded as equals.

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Men are considered superior to women.

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Women are considered inferior to men.

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Sikhism does not explicitly address the topic.

Question 38

Who is considered 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 Amar Das

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Guru Arjan Dev

Question 39

Which principle emphasizes the continuous remembrance of God's name in Sikhism?

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Naam Simran

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Simran

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Ishq

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Bhakti

Question 40

Which of the following is NOT one of the Five Ks worn by observant Sikhs?

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Mala (prayer beads)

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Kesh (uncut hair)

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Kara (steel bracelet)

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Kirpan (small sword)

Question 41

What is the name of the central place of worship for Sikhs?

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Gurdwara

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Mandir

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Masjid

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Synagogue

Question 42

Who is credited with establishing the Khalsa, the Sikh warrior order?

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Guru Gobind Singh

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Guru Nanak

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Guru Hargobind

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Guru Tegh Bahadur

Question 43

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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Qur'an

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Torah

Question 44

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental belief in Sikhism?

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The caste system

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Reincarnation

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Karma

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Monotheism

Question 45

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

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Gurpurab

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Diwali

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Lohri

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Vaisakhi

Question 46

Which of the following principles emphasizes the sovereignty and collective leadership in Sikhism?

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Sarbat Khalsa

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Seva

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Naam Japna

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Kirtan

Question 47

What is the name of the Sikh religious practice that involves community service and helping others?

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Seva

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Dharma

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Karma

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Ardas

Question 48

Which of the following is a fundamental belief of Sikhism?

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Monotheism (belief in one God)

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Pantheism (belief in an all-pervading God)

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Atheism (rejection of organized religion

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Polytheism (worship of multiple deities)

Question 49

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

Accepted Answer

Guru Nanak Dev Ji

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Guru Gobind Singh Ji

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Guru Arjan Dev Ji

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Baba Farid Ji

Question 50

What is the name of the Sikh house of worship?

Accepted Answer

Gurdwara

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Church

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Temple

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Mosque

Question 51

Which sacred text is considered the ultimate authority in Sikhism?

Accepted Answer

Guru Granth Sahib Ji

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Bhagavad Gita

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Dasam Granth

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Adi Granth

Question 52

What is the primary goal or aspiration in Sikhism?

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Union with the divine (Ik Onkar)

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Accumulation of material wealth

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Achievement of political power

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Attainment of social status

Question 53

Which of the following is a major festival celebrated in Sikhism?

Accepted Answer

Vaisakhi

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Diwali

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Eid al-Fitr

Question 54

What language is predominantly used in Sikh religious scriptures and liturgy?

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Gurmukhi

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Hindi

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Punjabi

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Sanskrit

Question 55

Which of the following best describes a key ethical principle in Sikhism?

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Service to humanity (seva)

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Belief in reincarnation

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Asceticism

Question 56

What is the name of the Sikh military order established by Guru Gobind Singh Ji?

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Khalsa

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Rajputs

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Janissaries

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Sikh Regiment