Question

Describe the principle of the Khalsa Panth.

Answer 1

Hint: It was established in order to teach the followers that no ritual or superstition is above Almightyabove the Almighty and one should not fall for any superstition.

Complete answer: The term 'Khalsa' means sovereign or free. It was on this day in 1699, when the tenth Guru of Sikhs, Guru Gobind Singh Ji established the Khalsa Panth. The principles of Khalsa Panth are the five K’s :
Kesh (uncut hair): It is the symbol of holiness, strength, simple life and denial of pride in one’s appearance.
Kangha (a wooden comb for the hair): Kangha is the symbol of cleanliness.
Kara (an iron bracelet): Kara is the symbol of equality, unity, strength, restraint, maturity and moderation.
Kachera (cotton tie-able undergarment must not be elastic): Kachera is the symbol of high moral character.
Kirpan (iron dagger large enough to defend oneself): Kirpan is the symbol of self-respect and freedom of the Khalsa which is based upon the principle of ‘Fear not frighten not’.
These symbols have become more powerful and important with each passing year of Sikh history. Guru Gobind Singh met the challenge so he established the Khalsa Panth which means ‘The Sikh Brotherhood’. Khalsa Vani - "Waheguru Ji ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji ki Fateh" was also founded by him.

Note: For Sikhs, the guiding principles are their belief in equality and selfless service to others and they believe that everyone is equal. The langar in the gurdwara where people eat together reflects their idea of the equality of humanity.