, Kanga
& Kesh'' of Guru Gobind Singh Jee gifted to the
Punjab Government by the royal family of the former state of
Nabha The
Sikhs were mandated by
Guru Gobind Singh at the
Baisakhi Amrit Sanchar in 1699 to wear a small comb called a kangha at all times. Kangha must be kept by all baptised Sikhs (
Khalsa), after a mandatory religious commandment given by Guru Gobind Singh
(the tenth Guru of Sikhism) in 1699. This was one of five articles of faith, collectively called
Kakars, that form the externally visible symbols to clearly and outwardly display one's commitment and dedication to the order (
Hukam) of the tenth master and become a member of
Khalsa. The kangha is an article that allows the Sikh to care for his or her unshorn long hair,
kesh. The kangha is usually tucked behind the "Rishi Knot" and tied under the
turban. It is to be used twice daily to comb and keep the hair in a disentangled and tidy condition. It represents the importance of discipline and cleanliness to a Sikh way of life and is used to keep the hair healthy, clean, shining and tangle-free. The kangha is tucked under the rishi knot to keep the rishi knot firm and in place. The kangha is placed in the hair but it is not visible as the turban covers it. == References ==