In the eighteenth century, where did the Sikh community gather during Baisakhi and Diwali to take collective decisions called Gurmatas?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1: Amritsar
Explanation:
- During the eighteenth century, the Sikh community adhered to the tradition of ‘Gurmata’ to make significant religious and communal decisions.
- Gurmata signifies the act of making collective decisions in accordance with the will of the Guru.
- Such decisions were typically made during assemblies of Sikh leaders and representatives held on the occasions of Vaisakhi and Diwali.
- These assemblies were primarily convened in the vicinity of the Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) in Amritsar.
- During these gatherings, religious, political, and social issues concerning the Sikh community were deliberated upon.