every baptised sikh wears a kirpan. it is used for self defense
The Kirpan is typically worn at the side, under the clothes.
a kirpan feels like a rough leather
There is no fixed size for the kirpan. But it can be any size from a few inches to3 foot long.
No, a kirpan (a small sword)is asign that a Sikh is a soldier in "Akal Purakh's (God's) Army" (Akal Purakh de fauj); to maintain and protect the weak and needy and for self defence. Never to be used in anger.
The kirpan, a ceremonial dagger carried by baptized Sikhs, is subject to specific rules. It must be worn at all times as a symbol of faith and commitment to justice, but it should be sheathed and not displayed in a threatening manner. In many places, local laws may require the kirpan to be under a certain size or contained within a specific type of sheath. Sikhs are encouraged to carry the kirpan in a respectful manner, ensuring it is not used as a weapon but rather as a spiritual symbol.
The kirpan, in the Sikh religion, is usually worn on a cloth belt known as a gatra.
no it is illegal
A license would be a great idea, that way no one could fool around being a Sikh and wearing a kirpan. But so far, there is no such provision. Kirpan is a part of Sikhism. So they do not need a license or whatsoever. They are peaceful people in general.
Guru Gobing Singh Ji
it is the symbol of strength and valour
Yes, Sikhs are allowed to carry a kirpan on a plane as long as it meets the airline's specific guidelines for religious items and is securely sheathed and stored properly during the flight.
The 5 K's are Kesh Kangha Kachera Kara and Kirpan the Kesh is uncut hair Kangha is a comb the Kachera is specially made underwear the Kara is a steel bracelet and the Kirpan is a sword