Veer Bal Diwas

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Recently, the Prime Minister addressed the Veer Bal Diwas programme in New Delhi.

About Veer Bal Diwas

• It is observed on December 26 every year, starting in 2022.
• It is commemorated in remembrance of the martyrdom of Guru Gobind Singh ji’s (the tenth Sikh Guru) sons Sahibzada Zorawar Singh ji and Sahibzada Fateh Singh ji. 
• The objective is to honour the bravery of the two young heroes of the country.

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Historical Context of Veer Bal Diwas

• Guru Gobind Singh, along with his family and disciples, were compelled to flee as the Mughal Army encircled the Anandpur fort.
• During the chaos, Guru Gobind Singh’s youngest sons, Zorawar Singh and Fateh Singh, were captured by the Mughal forces.
• The two young boys courageously refused to abandon their faith, and consequently they were bricked alive on December 26, 1704.

Key facts about Guru Gobind Singh

• Guru Gobind Singh was the 10th Sikh guru, following the demise of his father, Guru Tegh Bahadur, the ninth Sikh Guru.
• Contribution to Sikh religion
  • He is renowned for founding the principles of Khalsa or the Five ‘K’s i.e kesh (uncut hair), kanga (wooden comb), kara (iron or steel bracelet), kirpan (dagger) and kachera (short breeches).
  • He fought against the Mughals in the battle of Muktsar in 1705.
  • He declared Guru Granth Sahib as Sikhism’s holy scripture in 1708, before his death.

Source: PIB