Facts for Prelims (FFP)
Source: IE
Context: Veer Bal Diwas, which is observed on December 26 commemorate the martyrdom of Guru Gobind Singh’s younger sons, Sahibzada Zorawar Singh and Sahibzada Fateh Singh , along with their grandmother Mata Gujari.
- This day was officially designated as Veer Bal Diwas by the Indian government in January 2022.
Background:
- In December 1704, during the battle of Chamkaur, the Mughals and hill kings attacked Anandpur Sahib.
- Guru Gobind Singh’s family was separated during the chaos, with the elder sons sacrificing their lives in Chamkaur.
- The younger sons and their grandmother were imprisoned, and despite offers to convert to Islam, they refused and were bricked alive.
About Guru Gobind Singh (1666 – 1708)
It was the tenth and final human Sikh Guru. He was a warrior, poet, and philosopher who contributed to Sikh scripture and philosophy. He is best known for creating the Khalsa, the military brotherhood of the Sikhs
