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Sikhs: Ethnoreligious group who adhere to Sikhism
Sikhs are an ethnoreligious group who adhere to Sikhism, a religion that originated in the late 15th century in the Punjab region of the Indian subcontinent, based on the revelation of Guru Nanak. The term Sikh has its origin in the Sanskrit word śiṣya, meaning 'seeker', 'disciple' or 'student'.

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Rahul Gandhi Hits Back: ‘BJP Spreading Lies’; Addresses Controversial Sikh Remarks in the U.S Row [Video]

Rahul Gandhi Hits Back: ‘BJP Spreading Lies’; Addresses Controversial Sikh Remarks in the U.S Row

In a bold response to mounting criticism from BJP leaders regarding his recent comments about Sikhs during his visit to the United States, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has vehemently defended himself,..

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