What are Sikhism not allowed to do?

Non-family-oriented living: Sikhs are discouraged to live as a recluse, beggar, yogi, monastic (monk/nun), or celibate. Worthless talk: Bragging, gossip, lying, slander, “backstabbing,” et cetera, are not permitted. The Guru Granth Sahib tells the Sikh, “your mouth has not stopped slandering and gossiping about others.

Did Sikhs ever rule India?

Sikh Khalsa rule), also known as the Punjab Empire was a state originating in the Indian subcontinent, formed under the leadership of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, who established an empire based in the Punjab….Sikh Empire.

Can I become a Sikh?

Originally Answered: What does it take to be a Sikh? Anyone can be a Sikh and there is nothing to pay for that but the person has to adapt a particular life style and follow the Guru Granth Sahib which essentially means that you have to serve the mankind.

Why do Nihangs wear blue?

Our Guru’s chose these colours specifically, because the Saffron reminds us of the Spiritual nature of Sikhi, but the blue pulls us away from the ascetic side of the Saffron by reminding us of Temporal affairs. Saffron is Hindu colour.

Why are Nihangs allowed to carry weapons?

They are allowed to carry only a dagger (Kirpan) as per the code of conduct of Amritdhari Sikhs. This Kirpan too is not used for attacking someone, but should only be used for self-protection. As you mentioned here that the Nihang Sikhs are allowed to carry weapons.

What is Akal Takht and why are Sikhs protesting?

The Akal Takht, the supreme temporal seat of Sikhs, the opposition Congress party and the Sikh clergy have all appealed for peace. With the protests showing no sign of dissipating, many are warning that order must be restored quickly in a state which has a troubled past.

Who is to blame for Punjab’s Sikh holy book row?

Although some Sikh lobby groups and protesters have accused “a religious faction” of desecrating their holy book, the authorities say they are not sure who is to blame. Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal has said there was a “deep-rooted conspiracy” to target religious places in the state by “some anti-social elements”.

What is Guru Granth Sahib controversy?

The spark for the current bout of protests came after a torn-up copy of Sri Guru Granth Sahib – Sikhism’s holy book – was found in the village of Bargari, near Kot Kapura in Faridkot district. The alleged desecration of the holy book angered many who came out to protest in Behbal Kalan, a nearby village, last Wednesday.