Multiple choice Sikhism was founded in? Persia and was brought to India during the reign of Akhbar northern China but flourished in Delhi Delhi during the early years of the Delhi Sultanate The Punjab area of India by Guru Nanak Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself D Correct answer Explanation Sikhism was founded in the late 15th century CE by Guru Nanak in the Punjab region of the Indian subcontinent.