My Turban And Me Film Flashcards
What do Sikhs desire regarding their homeland?
They wanted to replace the Indian state of Punjab with their state Calistan
Calistan is a proposed sovereign state for Sikhs.
What is the significance of the name ‘Singh’ for Sikh males?
It means lion and is given to every Sikh male at birth as a middle name
‘Singh’ is a common surname among Sikh men.
What fear is associated with Sikhs in relation to Muslims and 9/11?
Fear is associated with Sikhs due to misconceptions linking them to terror
The turban and beard of Sikhs often lead to misunderstandings.
What decision did the narrator’s parents make regarding his hair and turban?
They decided to cut his hair and not give him a turban because of fear of bullying
This reflects societal pressures faced by Sikh children.
What does the term ‘Gudawara’ mean?
It means door of the guru
Gudawara is a place of worship for Sikhs.
Why shouldn’t hair be cut in Sikhism?
It is believed that the body should be left as it is
This belief is part of the Sikh principle of keeping one’s natural form.
What is the purpose of the turban in Sikhism?
To protect the hair. The hair shouldn’t be cut as it is believed the body should be left as it is.
The turban also symbolizes honor and spirituality.
How common is it for women to wear the turban in Sikhism?
Few women have decided to wear the turban, but it is becoming more common
Some Sikhs do not accept women tying the dastaar.
What is ‘Gatka’?
It is the Sikh martial art used from the 1600s
Gatka is practiced as a form of physical training and spiritual discipline.
What is the kirpan, and when was it legalized in Britain?
The Sikh knife; it was legalized in Britain in 1988
Sikhs are allowed to carry the kirpan in public as part of their religious practice.
What historical conflict involved Sikh gangs in the late 20th century?
There was lots of conflict between Muslim and Sikh people
This conflict was often fueled by sociopolitical tensions in the region.
What role did Sikhs play in the British army?
They were employed due to their impressive combat abilities
Sikhs have a long history of military service, particularly during the British colonial period.
What has changed regarding the acceptance of women wearing turbans in Sikhism?
It is becoming more common for women to wear the turban and to grow their body hair out.
This reflects evolving attitudes towards gender roles within the Sikh community.
Surnames for boys versus girls in Sikhism
Kaur for girls and Singh for boys.
What is the sacred text in Sikhism?
The Guru Granth Sahib.
