Which Sikh Guru instituted the Khalsa in 1699?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 4: Guru Gobind Singh.
Explanation:
- Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the 10th and final Guru of the Sikhs, founded the 'Khalsa Panth' on April 13, 1699, on the day of Vaisakhi.
- Location: It was established at 'Kesgarh Sahib,' located in Anandpur Sahib, Punjab.
- Objective: The primary objective behind the establishment of the Khalsa (meaning 'the Pure') was to create a disciplined warrior community to fight against oppression and injustice.
- Panj Pyare: Guru Ji first selected five courageous individuals, known as the 'Panj Pyare' (The Five Beloved Ones), and conferred upon them the title of 'Singh' after administering *Amrit* (the holy nectar).
Additional Facts:
- The Five Ks (Panj Kakars): Guru Gobind Singh Ji made five symbols mandatory for every Khalsa Sikh: *Kesh* (uncut hair), *Kanga* (a wooden comb), *Kara* (an iron bracelet), *Kachhera* (cotton undergarments), and *Kirpan* (a sword).
- Titles: He made it mandatory for men to adopt the surname 'Singh' (Lion) and for women to adopt the surname 'Kaur' (Princess).
- Guru Granth Sahib: It was Guru Gobind Singh Ji who declared that after him, there would be no living Guru, and the 'Guru Granth Sahib' would remain the eternal Guru of the Sikhs.
Potential Questions for Upcoming Exams:
Question: On which festival was the Khalsa Panth established? Answer: On the day of Vaisakhi.
Question: Which holy book did Guru Gobind Singh Ji declare as the next Guru for the Sikhs? Answer: Guru Granth Sahib.
Question: Who was the fourth Guru of the Sikhs who founded the city of Amritsar? Answer: Guru Ram Das (Option 2).