UPSC CSE Prelims 1996

History of Sikhism

Authentic Past Paper Standard Evaluation

Which of the following pairs is correctly matched?

Solution & Analysis

Answer: B

Concept The development of the Sikh faith involved institutional, scriptural, and military milestones under the guidance of the ten Gurus.

Explanation Guru Arjan Dev (5th Guru) compiled the *Adi Granth
in 1604. *Miri and Piri* (Temporal/Spiritual authority) were introduced by Guru Hargobind. *Dal Khalsa* was established in the 18th century. The *Manji system* was founded by Guru Amar Das.

Logical Breakup
Logic 1: Option B is correctly matched. Guru Arjan Dev systematized the hymns of previous gurus and saints into the holy scripture.
Logic 2: Option A is wrong (Hargobind introduced Miri/Piri). Option C is wrong (Dal Khalsa came after the Gurus). Option D is wrong (Amar Das established the Manji administrative units).

Active Recall

Question

What is the significance of the Adi Granth?

Answer

It is the foundational scripture of Sikhism, later installed as the eternal living Guru by Guru Gobind Singh.

Core Insight

The compilation of the Adi Granth by Guru Arjan Dev was a turning point that gave the Sikh community a distinct religious identity and a central spiritual authority.