The conflict between Guru Gobind Singh Ji and Emperor Aurangzeb was not merely political—it was a battle between oppression and righteousness, between forced conversion and religious freedom. Aurangzeb, the Mughal ruler, sought to expand his empire through fear, demanding submission from all, including Guru Gobind Singh Ji. But the Tenth Guru stood as an unshakable fortress of justice, refusing to bow to tyranny.
Aurangzeb’s Reign of Oppression
Aurangzeb imposed brutal policies on non-Muslims:
- Forced conversions at sword-point
- Heavy taxes like Jizya on Hindus and Sikhs
- Destruction of temples and suppression of religious freedom
- Execution of his own brother, Dara Shikoh, exposing his treachery
Guru Gobind Singh’s Divine Resistance
While Aurangzeb ruled through fear, Guru Gobind Singh Ji awakened the spirit of Dharma Yudh (righteous war). His mission was clear:
- Sacrifice of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji: When Kashmiri Pandits pleaded for help against forced conversions, Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji became their shield, sacrificing his life on Aurangzeb’s orders.
- Creation of the Khalsa: In 1699, Guru Ji established the Khalsa Panth, an army of saint-soldiers to fight injustice.
- Defiance Against Tyranny: Despite losing his four sons—Sahibzada Ajit Singh, Jujhar Singh, Zorawar Singh, and Fateh Singh—he refused to surrender.
- Battles of Anandpur, Chamkaur & Muktsar: Guru Ji waged war not for power, but for the right to worship freely and live with dignity.
- Zafarnama: Guru Ji’s fearless letter to Aurangzeb exposed his broken promises and tyranny, declaring: “When all other means fail, it is righteous to draw the sword.”
Legacy: Truth vs. Fear
Aurangzeb’s empire crumbled because it was built on fear and oppression.
Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s legacy thrives because it was built on truth, sacrifice, and justice.
Today, the Khalsa still stands—undaunted, unbroken, eternal.
Sat Sri Akal.
