Sikh martial arts during Vaisakhi

In 1699 Guru Gobind Singh created the Sikh fraternity known as the Khalsa. These men were to live like soldier-saints, committed to the quest for righteousness.

The Guru held a sword in his hand before a crowd of 80,000 and asked if anyone was willing to offer their life for the Sikh faith.

A Sikh performing Gatka

Five men from different castes, religions and backgrounds volunteered one by one. They were led to a tent and reappeared dressed uniformly bearing the Five K's.

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