Namdhari Sikh tradition (Kuka)
Distinct 19th-century Sikh reform movement founded by Balak Singh and developed by Ram Singh. Distinctive white dress, vegetarianism, and recognition of a continuing line of living Gurus.
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BITE breakdown
0 — distinct Sikh reform tradition; mainstream low-control.
Profile facts
In context
Namdhari Sikhs differ from mainstream Sikhism in recognising a continuing living-Guru lineage (currently Uday Singh) after the traditional 10 Sikh Gurus. Distinctive white dress and vegetarianism. Mainstream low-control reform tradition.
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Timeline
- 1857Ram Singh assumes leadership
Sources
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