Question
The name for this group may come from the Persian word for “crocodile” or the pre-initiation name of Phula Singh. For 10 points each:
[10h] Name this order of nomadic warriors who wear distinctive blue robes and elaborate quoits (“kwoyts”) in their dumallas. This group is also known for consuming liquid cannabis, or bhang, on Hola Mohalla.
ANSWER: Nihang [or Akali; prompt on immortals]
[10e] Four-foot sticks are used in one of these activities called gatka that is popular among Nihangs. Other examples of these activities influenced by religion include aikido and tai chi.
ANSWER: martial arts [accept martial sciences; accept fighting system or fighting style; accept mock battles; prompt on exercises or sports]
[10m] The Nihang’s blue robes were first worn by Fateh, the son of this guru of Sikhism who pretended to behead five volunteers with his sword during an initiation ceremony.
ANSWER: Guru Gobind Singh [or Gobind Rai or Gobind Das; prompt on Singh or Rai or Das]
Data
| Team | Opponent | Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago A | Stanford A | 0 | 10 | 10 | 20 |
| Chicago B | WUSTL A | 0 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| Duke A | Florida A | 0 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| Georgia Tech A | Yale A | 0 | 10 | 10 | 20 |