ICSE Class 7 Answered
Why is the Sikh
religion also referred to as ‘Gurumat’?
Asked by Topperlearning User | 20 Apr, 2015, 01:59: PM
Expert Answer
Guru Nanak was the founder of Sikhism who was a guru or teacher. The word ‘Sikh’ is derived from a word which means disciple. Thus, Sikhism is also referred to as Gurumat which means guru’s doctrine. It is God who is the original guru and Nanak is his chosen disciple.
Answered by | 20 Apr, 2015, 03:59: PM