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Water painting of a Sikh woman in Dastar (Turban)

In Sikhism, the Holy Scriptures have clearly stated that the Sikh woman must always be regarded as an equal with man and has all the rights and privileges enjoyed by a man. She is considered to have the same soul as man and has same right to grow spiritually.

In this faith since about 1499, the Sikh woman is allowed to lead religious congregations, to take part in Akhand Path (the continuous recitation of the Holy scriptures), to perform Kirtan – Sikh spiritual hymn singing set to music, to work as Granthi (priest) or preacher and to participate freely in all religious, cultural, social, political and secular activities.

Sikh women have played a glorious part in Sikh history and have proven themselves as equal in service, devotion, sacrifice and bravery. .....More