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Multiple choice guru gobind singh ji's life, creation of khalsa, and his personality evolution and development of sikhism india during the period of struggle- 1206 ce - 1757 ce history

Which of the followings are principles of Khalsa?

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

  2. Every Khalsa will wear the five emblems (kakars)- Kes (hair), Kangha (comb), Kara (iron bangle), Kachhera ( long underwear) and Kirpan (sword).

  3. Every Khalsa will believe in one God.

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation
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.
Multiple choice guru gobind singh ji's life, creation of khalsa, and his personality evolution and development of sikhism india during the period of struggle- 1206 ce - 1757 ce history

Which of the following persons represent the Panj Piare?

  1. Daya Ram, Mathura Dass, Mehar Chand, Sahib Chand and Himmat Rai

  2. Raja Ram, Dharam Dass, Mehar Chand, Sahib Chand and Himmat Rai

  3. Daya Ram, Dharam Dass, Mokham Chand, Sahib Chand and Himmat Rai

  4. Raja Ram, Mathura Dass, Mehar Chand, Sahib Chand and Himmat Rai
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Panj Piare were the first five members of the Khalsa: Daya Ram, Dharam Dass, Mokham Chand, Sahib Chand, and Himmat Rai.

Multiple choice guru gobind singh ji's life, creation of khalsa, and his personality evolution and development of sikhism india during the period of struggle- 1206 ce - 1757 ce history

Guru Gobind Singh had sent Banda Bahadur to Punjab _______.

  1. To propagate the Sikh religion

  2. To show off his strength and valour

  3. To crush the enemies of Khalsa

  4. To establish a Sikh empire
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Guru Gobind Singh sent Banda Singh Bahadur to Punjab to lead the struggle against the Mughal authorities and avenge the atrocities committed against the Sikhs.

Multiple choice guru gobind singh ji's life, creation of khalsa, and his personality evolution and development of sikhism india during the period of struggle- 1206 ce - 1757 ce history

Zafarnama was Spiritual victory letter sent by Guru Gobind Singh Ji to __________. 

  1. Akbar

  2. Aurangzeb

  3. Shahjahan

  4. Jahangir
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Zafarnama, meaning 'Letter of Victory', was a letter written by Guru Gobind Singh to the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb, criticizing his policies and moral conduct.

Multiple choice guru gobind singh ji's life, creation of khalsa, and his personality evolution and development of sikhism india during the period of struggle- 1206 ce - 1757 ce history

When Guru Gobind Singh was born?

  1. 22 November 1666 A.D.

  2. 22 December 1666 A.D.

  3. 23 January 1667 A.D.

  4. 22 December 1667 A.D.
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Guru Gobind Singh was born on 22 December 1666 in Patna to Guru Tegh Bahadur and Mata Gujri. He was a warrior, a poet, a philosopher. He completed the sacred scripture, the Guru Granth Sahib in the final form we find it today. He is known for founding the Sikh warrior community called Khalsa in 1699 and introducing the Five Ks- the five articles of faith that Khalsa Sikhs wear at all times.

Multiple choice guru gobind singh ji's life, creation of khalsa, and his personality evolution and development of sikhism india during the period of struggle- 1206 ce - 1757 ce history

After the first battle of Anandpur in 1701 A.D., Guru Gobind Singh left Anandpur Sahib and went to stay at __________.

  1. Multan

  2. Nirmoh

  3. Mecca

  4. Patna
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Following the battle of Anandpur in 1701, the Guru moved to Nirmoh to continue his resistance against the hill rajas.

Multiple choice guru gobind singh ji's life, creation of khalsa, and his personality evolution and development of sikhism india during the period of struggle- 1206 ce - 1757 ce history

Guru Gobind Singh created the Khalsa Panth on the day of Baisakhi in ________.

  1. 1566 A.D.

  2. 1586 A.D.

  3. 1599 A.D.

  4. 1699 A.D.
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Guru Gobind Singh, born on 22 December 1666 was the tenth and last Guru of the SIkh faith. He was a warrior, a poet, a philosopher. He founded the Sikh warrior community called Khalsa in 1699 AD on the day of Baisakhi 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.

Multiple choice guru gobind singh ji's life, creation of khalsa, and his personality evolution and development of sikhism india during the period of struggle- 1206 ce - 1757 ce history

What was the immediate cause of battle of Bhangani?

  1. Sikhs did not allow the marriage party of Bhim Chand's son to pass through Paonta Sahib which was on its way to Garhwal

  2. Old enmity between Guru Gobind Singh and Bhim Chand

  3. Recruitment of 500 Pathans in Guru Gobind Singh's army

  4. Guru Gobind Singh was against idol worship
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The battle of Bhangani was triggered by a dispute over the passage of a marriage procession involving Bhim Chand's son, which the Guru's followers blocked.

Multiple choice guru gobind singh ji's life, creation of khalsa, and his personality evolution and development of sikhism india during the period of struggle- 1206 ce - 1757 ce history

When the battle of Bhangani was fought?

  1. 1699 A.D.

  2. 1688 A.D.

  3. 1677 A.D.

  4. 1666 A.D.
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Battle of Bhangani was the first battle fought by Guru Gobind Singh with hill Chieftains. It was fought on September 18, 1688 at Bhangani near Paonta Sahib. The battle resulted in the death of several of the Guru's and the Pir's disciples, including the two sons of the Pir.