Anandpur Sahib history

Q.60. Why is it necessary to beat a “Nagaara” (the big war drum)?

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Ans. In old days beating of a Nagaara symbolized the sovereignty of a ruler. At the time of assuming the governorship of Kaabul, prince Muazzim (later on emperor Bahadur Shah) ordered the beating of Nagaara. When his father, emperor Aurangzeb heard this news, he wrote to Muazzim, “When Allah bestows upon you the crown of […]

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Q. 26. Name the forts at Anand Pur (constructed by the tenth Master) and give their significance.

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Ans. The forts constructed by Guru Gobind Singh in and around Anand Pur are as follows: 1. Nirmoh Garh 2. Loh Garh 3. Hol Garh (the literal meaning of ‘hola’ is invasion) 4. Fateh Garh 5. Kes Garh (signifies unity) 6. Anand Garh.The tenth Master got these forts constructed in order to maintain peace and

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