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What is the holy scripture of Sikhism?

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Guru Granth Sahib

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True or False: Sikhism was founded in the 15th century.

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True

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Who is considered the first Guru of Sikhism?

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Guru Nanak Dev Ji

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Fill in the blank: The Sikh place of worship is called a _______.

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Gurdwara

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What are the five articles of faith in Sikhism known as?

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Five Ks

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Which of the following is NOT one of the Five Ks? A) Kesh B) Kara C) Koran D) Kachera

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C) Koran

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What does ‘Kesh’ represent in Sikhism?

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Uncut hair

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True or False: Sikhs believe in the concept of reincarnation.

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True

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Who was the last human Guru in Sikhism?

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Guru Gobind Singh Ji

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What is the significance of the Khalsa in Sikhism?

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It represents the collective body of initiated Sikhs.

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Fill in the blank: The term ‘Sikh’ means _______.

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Disciple

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

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Gurpurab

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True or False: Sikhs have a caste system within their religion.

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False

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What is ‘Langar’ in Sikhism?

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Community kitchen that serves free meals.

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Which city is considered the spiritual center of Sikhism?

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Amritsar

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What does ‘Seva’ mean in Sikhism?

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Selfless service

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Fill in the blank: The symbol of Sikhism, known as the Khanda, features a double-edged sword, a circular emblem, and two _______.

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Swords

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What is the primary ethical principle in Sikhism?

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Equality of all people

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True or False: Sikhs can worship other deities besides the one God.

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False

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What is the term for the Sikh practice of reciting or singing hymns from the Guru Granth Sahib?

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Kirtan

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Who established the Khalsa in 1699?

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Guru Gobind Singh Ji

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Fill in the blank: The Sikh greeting ‘Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh’ translates to _______.

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The Khalsa belongs to God; victory belongs to God.

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What is the role of the Guru Granth Sahib in Sikh worship?

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It is treated as the eternal Guru.

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True or False: Sikhs believe in a single, formless God.

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True

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What are the three pillars of Sikhism?
Nam Japna (meditation), Kirat Karni (honest living), and Vand Chakna (sharing with others).
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Fill in the blank: The term 'Miri-Piri' refers to the balance of _______ and _______ in Sikhism.
Temporal and spiritual authority
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What is the significance of the Amrit ceremony in Sikhism?
It is the initiation ceremony into the Khalsa.
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True or False: Sikhism encourages the pursuit of wealth.
True, but through honest means.
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What does 'Sangat' mean in Sikhism?
The company of holy people.
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Which Guru is known for compiling the Guru Granth Sahib?
Guru Arjan Dev Ji
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Fill in the blank: The Sikh term for God is _______.
Waheguru
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What is 'Bhangra' in the context of Sikh culture?
A traditional dance form.
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True or False: Sikhism promotes gender equality.
True
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What is the primary focus of Sikh prayers?
To connect with God and seek guidance.
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Fill in the blank: The Sikh community service is known as _______.
Seva
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What is the primary purpose of the Gurdwara?
To provide a place for worship and community gathering.
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True or False: Sikhs can only eat vegetarian food.
False
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What does 'Nishan Sahib' represent in Sikhism?
The Sikh flag.
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Fill in the blank: The practice of not cutting hair is called _______.
Kesh
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What is the significance of the Gurdwara in Sikhism?
It serves as a place of worship, community service, and learning.
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Who was the ninth Guru of Sikhism?
Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji
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Fill in the blank: The Sikh code of conduct is known as the _______.
Rehat Maryada
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What is 'Chalisa' in Sikhism?
A prayer consisting of forty verses.
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True or False: The Sikh community is known for its commitment to social justice.
True
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What is the role of the 'Granthi' in a Gurdwara?
The caretaker and reader of the Guru Granth Sahib.
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Fill in the blank: Sikhs are encouraged to live a life of _______ and _______.
Honesty and compassion
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What is the importance of 'Amrit Vela' in Sikhism?
It is the time for early morning prayers and meditation.
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What is the core belief of Sikhism regarding God?
Sikhs believe in a single, formless, and timeless God, referred to as Waheguru.
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Who founded Sikhism and when?
Sikhism was founded in the late 15th century by Guru Nanak Dev Ji.
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How many human Gurus shaped Sikhism?
Sikhism was shaped by ten human Gurus.
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What is the significance of the Guru Granth Sahib in Sikhism?
The Guru Granth Sahib is considered the eternal Guru and contains the teachings of the Gurus and Sikh saints.
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List the core principles of Sikhism.
* Equality * Honest Living * Sharing * Meditation on God
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What are the Five Ks in Sikhism?
* Kesh (uncut hair) * Kara (steel bracelet) * Kanga (wooden comb) * Kachera (cotton undergarment) * Kirpan (small sword)
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What does the term 'Langar' refer to in Sikhism?
Langar refers to the community kitchen where free meals are served to all.
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What is the Khalsa in Sikhism?
The Khalsa is a community of initiated Sikhs who commit to a disciplined life and uphold Sikh values.
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What virtues are included in the moral code followed by Sikhs?
* Compassion * Humility * Honesty * Standing against injustice
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Where do Sikhs typically worship?
Sikhs worship in a Gurdwara.
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Fill in the blank: Sikhs practice daily prayers known as _______.
Nitnem
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What is the central focus of Sikh spiritual practice?
Meditation on God through prayer.
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What is the principle of 'Vand Chakna' in Sikhism?
Sharing wealth and resources with others.
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What is emphasized over rituals in Sikhism?
Inner spirituality.
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Who was the last human Guru in Sikhism?
Guru Gobind Singh.
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What does 'Seva' represent in Sikhism?
Selfless service.
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What is the name of the religion founded by Guru Nanak Dev Ji?
Sikhism ## Footnote Sikhism means “disciple” or “learner”
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Who founded Sikhism?
Guru Nanak Dev Ji (1469–1539 CE) ## Footnote Guru Nanak is considered the first Guru of Sikhism.
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Where did Sikhism originate?
Punjab region (South Asia) ## Footnote This region is significant for its cultural and historical importance in Sikhism.
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What is the core scripture of Sikhism?
Guru Granth Sahib Ji ## Footnote It is considered the eternal Guru.
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What is the fundamental belief of Sikhism regarding God?
Monotheistic religion — belief in One God (Ik Onkar) ## Footnote Ik Onkar emphasizes the oneness of God.
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List the three key principles of Sikhism.
* Naam Japna * Kirat Karni * Vand Chakna ## Footnote These principles guide Sikhs in daily life.
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What does Naam Japna mean?
Meditate on God’s name and remember God always ## Footnote This practice is central to a Sikh's spiritual life.
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What does Kirat Karni emphasize?
Live honestly and work hard ## Footnote It encourages ethical living and self-sufficiency.
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What does Vand Chakna involve?
Share with others, especially those in need ## Footnote This principle promotes community service and generosity.
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What is the significance of the Guru Granth Sahib Ji?
Eternal Guru; contains hymns (Shabads) promoting universal truth ## Footnote It serves as a guide for Sikh beliefs and practices.
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Who was the first Guru of Sikhism?
Guru Nanak Dev Ji ## Footnote He laid the foundation for Sikh teachings and community.
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What did Guru Angad Dev Ji introduce?
Gurmukhi script ## Footnote This script is used for writing the Punjabi language and Sikh scriptures.
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What did Guru Amar Das Ji promote?
Equality (Langar) ## Footnote Langar is a communal meal served to all, regardless of background.
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What did Guru Ram Das Ji found?
Amritsar ## Footnote Amritsar is a significant city for Sikhs, housing the Golden Temple.
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What significant action did Guru Arjan Dev Ji take?
Compiled Adi Granth and was martyred ## Footnote The Adi Granth is the precursor to the Guru Granth Sahib Ji.
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What concept did Guru Hargobind Ji emphasize?
Miri-Piri (spiritual + temporal authority) ## Footnote This concept represents the dual responsibility of spiritual and worldly leadership.
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What is the significance of the Khalsa?
Initiated community founded by Guru Gobind Singh Ji ## Footnote The Khalsa represents a commitment to Sikh values and identity.
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List the Five Ks of the Khalsa.
* Kesh (uncut hair) * Kanga (wooden comb) * Kara (steel bracelet) * Kachera (special undergarment) * Kirpan (ceremonial sword) ## Footnote These articles of faith symbolize a Sikh's commitment to their beliefs.
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What is a Gurdwara?
Sikh temple, open to all ## Footnote Gurdwaras are places of worship and community gathering.
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What is Langar?
Free community kitchen serving all visitors ## Footnote Langar embodies the principle of equality in Sikhism.
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What is the Sikh teaching about God and selfless service?
God is within everyone – selfless service (Seva) is a path to realization ## Footnote Seva is a key aspect of Sikh ethics and community life.
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What does Kaur signify in Sikh identity?
Equality and courage ## Footnote Kaur is used by Sikh women to represent their identity.
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What does the turban (Dastar) symbolize in Sikhism?
Honor, discipline, and identity ## Footnote The turban is an important aspect of Sikh cultural and religious identity.
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