Sikhism: Origins and History - Interactive Learning Quizzes

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Guru Nanak

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Guru Angad

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Guru Amar Das

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Guru Ram Das

Question 2

Who is widely recognized as the founder of Sikhism?

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Guru Nanak

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Guru Gobind Singh

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Guru Tegh Bahadur

Question 3

Which fundamental principle of Guru Nanak's teachings emphasized compassion, equality, and service to others?

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Love, equality, and service to others

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Monasticism and asceticism

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Rejection of worldly possessions

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Strict adherence to ritual and tradition

Question 4

What was the primary significance of the establishment of the Khalsa in 1699?

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It marked the creation of a distinct Sikh community with its own identity

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It led to the decline of Sikhism

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It solidified Sikhism as a political entity

Question 5

Describe the primary role of the Gurus in the development of Sikhism.

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They provided spiritual guidance, interpreted the divine will, and established religious practices

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They led military campaigns to expand Sikh territory

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They established a centralized political system

Question 6

What is the central significance of the Golden Temple in Sikhism?

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It is the holiest and most revered shrine in the Sikh faith

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It is where the Guru Granth Sahib was first compiled

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It has no religious significance

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It is the birthplace of Guru Nanak

Question 7

What is the primary distinction between Sikhism and Hinduism?

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Sikhism rejects the rigid caste system and emphasizes equality among all people

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Sikhism worships different gods

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Sikhism emphasizes ritual purification

Question 8

What is the significance of the Five K's in Sikhism?

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They represent the Sikh identity and symbolize faith, courage, purity, humility, and sacrifice

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They are worn only by Sikh priests

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They provide magical powers

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They have no religious significance

Question 9

Which of the following is **not** a fundamental belief of Sikhism?

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The existence of a caste system

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Monotheism

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Egalitarianism

Question 10

Who is revered as the founder of the Sikh religion?

Accepted Answer

Guru Nanak Dev

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Guru Gobind Singh

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Maharaja Ranjit Singh

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Banda Singh Bahadur

Question 11

In which century was Guru Nanak Dev born?

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15th century

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14th century

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16th century

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17th century

Question 12

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

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Idolatry

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There is only one God

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Truth is the highest virtue

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Service to humanity

Question 13

What is the revered scripture of Sikhism known as?

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Guru Granth Sahib

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Bani

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Dasam Granth

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Adi Granth

Question 14

Who compiled the initial version of the Guru Granth Sahib?

Accepted Answer

Guru Arjan Dev

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Guru Tegh Bahadur

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Guru Nanak Dev

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Guru Gobind Singh

Question 15

What is the name of the warrior order established by Guru Gobind Singh?

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Khalsa

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Jathedar

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Nihang

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Singh

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a symbol associated with Sikhism?

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Crescent Moon

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Five Ks

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Khanda

Question 17

What is the primary language used in Sikh religious texts?

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Gurmukhi

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Hindi

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Farsi

Question 18

Which of the following is a holy shrine revered by Sikhs located in Amritsar?

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Golden Temple

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Ajanta Caves

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Buddhist Stupa

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Taj Mahal

Question 19

Who is widely recognized as the founder of the Sikh religion?

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Guru Nanak Dev Ji

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Guru Angad Dev Ji

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Guru Arjan Dev Ji

Question 20

Which of the following events is not significant in the history of Sikhism?

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The Battle of Trafalgar

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The establishment of the Khalsa

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The martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Ji

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The annexation of Punjab by the British

Question 21

Who is considered the first martyr of the Sikh faith?

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Guru Arjan Dev Ji

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Guru Nanak Dev Ji

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Banda Singh Bahadur

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Guru Gobind Singh Ji

Question 22

What is the meaning of the term 'Khalsa' in the context of Sikhism?

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The Pure

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The Chosen

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The Enlightened

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The Devout

Question 23

Which practice is a distinctive feature of Sikh identity?

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Wearing the five articles of faith (Kakars)

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Believing in multiple deities

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Observing the caste system

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Practicing vegetarianism

Question 24

What is the name given to a Sikh house of worship?

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Gurdwara

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Temple

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Mosque

Question 25

Which site holds special significance for Sikhs as a major pilgrimage destination?

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The Golden Temple (Sri Harmandir Sahib)

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Mecca

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Jerusalem

Question 26

What is the name of the Sikh festival that celebrates the birth of Guru Nanak Dev Ji?

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Guru Nanak Gurpurab

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Eid al-Fitr

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Diwali