Question

Which of the followings are principles of Khalsa?

• A. Every Khalsa will use Singh with his name and a Khalsa woman will use Kaur with her name.
• B. Every Khalsa will wear the five emblems (kakars)- Kes (hair), Kangha (comb), Kara (iron bangle), Kachhera ( long underwear) and Kirpan (sword).
• C. Every Khalsa will believe in one God.
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D All of the above

Guru Gobind Singh founded the Sikh warrior community called Khalsa in 1699 and introduced the Five Ks, the five articles of faith that Khalsa Sikhs wear at all times. The five Ks were Kesh - uncut hair, Kangha - a wooden comb, Kara - an iron or steel bracelet worn on the wrist, Kirpan - a sword or dagger, Kacchera - short breeches. Some of principles to be observed by them were:

1. Not to remove hair from the body.

2. Must believe only in One Immortal God.

3. Not to use Tobacco or other intoxicants

4. Every Khalsa will use Singh with his name and a Khalsa woman will use Kaur with her name.