Year 7 - Religious education
The Sikh diaspora and identity
Social justice: how might Sikhs promote equality?
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Unit Summary
In this unit pupils study in depth at the idea of equality and service in Sikhi. Beginning through a study of Guru Nanak they will learn of his critique of Indian society. They will look at further stories to see how the fight for justice is central to Sikh identity historically and today.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to explain the meaning of Sikh diaspora and the importance of identity for Sikhs living in Britain today.
Key Notes
- There are Sikhs living all around the world, the largest population is in India, followed by Canada and Britain.
- Data shows many British Sikhs identify as 'British Sikh' showing how important this identity is.
- There are Sikhs represented in Britain in the House of Parliament.
- Sikhs may proudly demonstrate both their national and religious heritage. For example, by supporting the Khanda poppy.
Vocabulary To Learn
- census: an official count or survey, especially of a population
- diaspora: a group of people who leave their home country and live in different parts of the world
- gurdwara: a Sikh place of worship, where people gather to pray, learn, and share meals together
- identity: a person's character or personality
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- The Sikh diaspora are all immigrants from the Punjab region, now in India and Pakistan.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain the lesson in two key points.
There are Sikhs living all around the world, the largest population is in India, followed by Canada and Britain. Data shows many British Sikhs identify as 'British Sikh' showing how important this identity is.
2. What does this key word mean in this lesson? 'census'
an official count or survey, especially of a population.
3. Correct this common mistake.
Mistake: The Sikh diaspora are all immigrants from the Punjab region, now in India and Pakistan. Correction: The Sikh diaspora includes many people from countries in East Africa e.g. Uganda.
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