Kacchera or Kachera (Punjabi: ਕਛਹਿਰਾ) or Kaccha (ਕਛਾ) are an undergarment for the lower body that is specially tailored for shalwar with a tie-knot naala or naada drawstring worn by fully initiated Sikhs. They are similar to European boxer shorts in appearance.

May 1, 2019 · Kachhera is a loose undergarment worn by Sikhs and is one of 5 Ks or required articles of faith known in Sikhism as kakar. The kachhera is designed for ease of movement while maintaining modesty, whether sitting cross-legged for worship, participating in …

Feb 27, 2025 · Kachera/Kaccha undershorts/undergarment which resemble boxer shorts are one of the five Sikh articles of faith, given as gifts of love by Guru Gobind Singh at the Baisakhi Amrit Sanchar in 1699 they are worn by all Sikhs, initiated into the Khalsa. Both males and females Sikhs wear the same type of kachera.

KACHHERA/ KACHHA: One of the five Sikh articles of faith, given as gifts of love by Guru Gobind Singh Ji at the Vaisakhi Amrit Sanchaar in 1699 and worn by all initiated Sikhs, called the Khalsa. Both males and females Sikhs wear very similar under-garments.

The Kachhera is a shalwar-underwear with a tie-knot worn by Baptised Sikhs. Originally, the Kachhera was made part of the five Ks as a symbol of a Sikh soldier's willingness to be ready at a moment's notice for battle or for defense.

Dec 26, 2015 · Guru Gobind Singh took away the fig leaf and gave us the kachhera. The kachhera are designed so that when one is walking, it presses on an area called the calcium area. It creates its own air pocket.

Oct 17, 2024 · “Kacchera” are a special type of underwear made with extra material around the thigh and buttocks area to create pockets of air that protect the sciatic nerve and the hip joint where the calcium metabolism of the body is regulated.

Jul 18, 2023 · In Sikhism, the Kachera holds a significant place as one of the Five Ks, the external articles of faith worn by initiated Sikhs. This article aims to explore the symbolism and purpose behind the Kachera, shedding light on its spiritual and …

Jun 28, 2013 · The Sikhism dress-code mandates kachhera to be worn by every Sikh. The Kachhera may be worn openly with traditional attire or under modern clothing. Kachhera are also one of five kakar, the five articles of faith, required to be worn on the body at all times by the Amritdhari, a Sikh who has been initiated into the order of Khalsa in the ...

The Kachhera are a reminder to Practising and Amritdhari (initiated) Sikhs to uphold the highest moral values especially with respect to other human beings (e.g. men to treat women with respect and equality and visa versa). The Kachhera are also a reminder of the uniform of Sikhs in the Khalsa army. Who wears a Kachhera?