AQA GCSE Religious Studies A Paper 1 Option 7: Sikhism June 2023 question paper 8062/17

Sikhism: Beliefs

Which one of the following is the word for selfless service to others?

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Give two reasons why karma is an important belief for Sikhs.

Explain two ways in which belief in the idea of equality as shown in the life of Guru Gobind Singh influences Sikhs today.

Explain two Sikh beliefs about being manmukh (man-centred).

Refer to sacred writings or another source of Sikh belief and teaching in your answer.

‘Truthful living is the most important Sikh virtue.’

Evaluate this statement.

In your answer you should:

• refer to Sikh teaching

• give reasoned arguments to support this statement

• give reasoned arguments to support a different point of view

• reach a justified conclusion.

[SPaG 3 marks]

Sikhism: Practices

Which one of the following is the name for the Sikh community kitchen?

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Give two ways in which a Sikh can fulfil the duty of Nam Japna.

Explain two contrasting ways in which Divali is celebrated by Sikhs.

Explain two features of the gurdwara which are important for Sikh worship.

Refer to sacred writings or another source of Sikh belief and teaching in your answer.

‘For Sikhs, the most important celebration is the gurpurb for Guru Nanak’s birthday.’

Evaluate this statement.

In your answer you should:

• refer to Sikh teaching

• give reasoned arguments to support this statement

• give reasoned arguments to support a different point of view

• reach a justified conclusion.