BBC Around The World In 80 Faiths - Sikhism The origins, beliefs and practices of Sikhism are explored by Peter Owen-Jones. He discovers how Sikhism had a violent birth when he attends the 300th anniversary of its greatest guru's death. He visits an important Sikh festival at Nanded in India, explains the origins of Sikhism and discusses the conflict between Hinduism and Islam some 300 years ago. At the temple where Guru Gobind Singh was assassinated he joins worshippers honouring the institutio

The role of Sikh women in preserving the Sikh faith is significant and worthy of acknowledgment. Sikh mothers, grandmothers, sisters, and aunts have been instrumental in sustaining the traditions and values of the community, contributing to its growth and development. Through careful nurturing and guidance, Sikh mothers have instilled in their children the importance of Sikh principles and practices from a young age. As a result, the uncut hair and turban, which are essential symbols of Sikh ide