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The Langar: The Sikh Community Meal

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What is the significance of the Langar in Sikhism?

  1. It is a symbol of equality and brotherhood.

  2. It is a way to promote social welfare.

  3. It is a way to spread the Sikh faith.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Langar is a symbol of equality and brotherhood, as it is open to all people, regardless of their caste, creed, or social status. It is also a way to promote social welfare, as it provides food and shelter to those in need. Additionally, the Langar is a way to spread the Sikh faith, as it allows people to learn about Sikhism and its teachings.

Who is responsible for preparing and serving the food in the Langar?

  1. The priests.

  2. The volunteers.

  3. The community members.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The preparation and serving of food in the Langar is a community effort. The priests, volunteers, and community members all work together to ensure that everyone is fed.

What is the typical menu of a Langar?

  1. Rice, lentils, and vegetables.

  2. Roti, dal, and sabzi.

  3. Chapati, curry, and salad.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The typical menu of a Langar varies depending on the region and the availability of ingredients. However, some common dishes include rice, lentils, vegetables, roti, dal, sabzi, chapati, curry, and salad.

How is the Langar funded?

  1. Donations from the community.

  2. Government grants.

  3. Fundraising events.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Langar is funded through a combination of donations from the community, government grants, and fundraising events.

What is the role of the Langar in the Sikh community?

  1. It provides food and shelter to those in need.

  2. It promotes equality and brotherhood.

  3. It spreads the Sikh faith.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Langar plays a vital role in the Sikh community by providing food and shelter to those in need, promoting equality and brotherhood, and spreading the Sikh faith.

When was the first Langar started?

  1. 1469.

  2. 1522.

  3. 1581.

  4. 1604.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The first Langar was started by Guru Nanak Dev Ji in 1469.

Where was the first Langar started?

  1. Kartarpur Sahib.

  2. Nankana Sahib.

  3. Sultanpur Lodhi.

  4. Amritsar.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The first Langar was started by Guru Nanak Dev Ji in Kartarpur Sahib.

Who was the first person to serve food in the Langar?

  1. Guru Nanak Dev Ji.

  2. Bhai Mardana.

  3. Bhai Bala.

  4. Bhai Lehna.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bhai Mardana was the first person to serve food in the Langar.

What is the significance of the Karah Parshad in the Langar?

  1. It is a symbol of equality.

  2. It is a symbol of brotherhood.

  3. It is a symbol of unity.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Karah Parshad is a symbol of equality, brotherhood, and unity in the Sikh community.

How is the Karah Parshad prepared?

  1. It is made from wheat flour, sugar, and ghee.

  2. It is made from rice flour, sugar, and ghee.

  3. It is made from corn flour, sugar, and ghee.

  4. It is made from barley flour, sugar, and ghee.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Karah Parshad is made from wheat flour, sugar, and ghee.

What is the significance of the Sangat in the Langar?

  1. It is the community of Sikhs who come together to eat in the Langar.

  2. It is the group of people who prepare and serve the food in the Langar.

  3. It is the group of people who donate to the Langar.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Sangat is the community of Sikhs who come together to eat in the Langar, the group of people who prepare and serve the food in the Langar, and the group of people who donate to the Langar.

What is the significance of the Pangat in the Langar?

  1. It is the row of people who sit down to eat in the Langar.

  2. It is the line of people who wait to be served food in the Langar.

  3. It is the group of people who clean up after the Langar.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Pangat is the row of people who sit down to eat in the Langar.

What is the significance of the Kirtan in the Langar?

  1. It is the singing of hymns and prayers before the Langar.

  2. It is the singing of hymns and prayers after the Langar.

  3. It is the singing of hymns and prayers during the Langar.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Kirtan is the singing of hymns and prayers before, during, and after the Langar.

What is the significance of the Ardas in the Langar?

  1. It is the prayer that is recited before the Langar.

  2. It is the prayer that is recited after the Langar.

  3. It is the prayer that is recited during the Langar.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Ardas is the prayer that is recited before, during, and after the Langar.

What is the significance of the Hukamnama in the Langar?

  1. It is the reading of a passage from the Guru Granth Sahib before the Langar.

  2. It is the reading of a passage from the Guru Granth Sahib after the Langar.

  3. It is the reading of a passage from the Guru Granth Sahib during the Langar.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Hukamnama is the reading of a passage from the Guru Granth Sahib before, during, and after the Langar.

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