New Law for Sikh Holy Books in Punjab

May 9, 2026, 11:45
IndiaPolitics

Introduction

The Punjab government has a new law. This law gives bigger punishments to people who disrespect Sikh holy books.

Main Body

The new law is from 2026. People who break this law can go to prison for their whole life. They must also pay a lot of money. Some religious leaders do not like this law. They worry the government will watch them too much. They also fear the law will hurt innocent people. Many people are now afraid. Some people give their holy books to temples because they do not want to go to jail by mistake.

Conclusion

The government will keep the law. The religious leaders still want the government to change it.

Learning

⚠️ The 'Action' Words

In this story, we see words that describe things happening now or always.

The Simple Pattern:

  • Government has →\to It owns it now.
  • People break →\to They do it.
  • Leaders worry →\to They feel nervous.

🧱 Building Longer Sentences

To move to A2, stop using only short sentences. Use 'because' to explain why.

Example from text: "Some people give their holy books to temples →\rightarrow because ←\leftarrow they do not want to go to jail."

Try this logic: [Action] →\rightarrow because ←\leftarrow [Reason]

⚖️ Opposites in the Text

  • Innocent (Not guilty) ↔\leftrightarrow Break the law (Guilty)

Vocabulary Learning

government
the group of people who run a country
Example:The government will decide the new rules.
law
a rule that must be followed
Example:The law says you must wear a seatbelt.
people
many humans
Example:Many people came to the protest.
money
coins or bills used to buy things
Example:She saved some money for a trip.
prison
a place where people are kept as punishment
Example:He was sent to prison for stealing.
life
the time you live
Example:He enjoyed his life with family.
religious
related to faith or worship
Example:The religious festival was celebrated.
leaders
persons who guide others
Example:The leaders met to discuss plans.
watch
to look at carefully
Example:Watch the video to learn the steps.
fear
to be scared
Example:She feared the dark night.
hurt
to cause pain
Example:The fall could hurt your leg.
afraid
scared
Example:He was afraid of the thunder.
give
to hand over
Example:Please give me the book.
temple
a place of worship
Example:They visited the temple every Sunday.
jail
another word for prison
Example:He went to jail after the accident.
mistake
an error
Example:She made a mistake on the test.
keep
to continue having
Example:Keep the door closed.
change
to make different
Example:We need to change the plan.
Punjab
a region in India
Example:Punjab is known for its music.
Sikh
belonging to the Sikh religion
Example:Sikh people wear a turban.
holy
sacred or very important
Example:The holy book is read daily.
books
written works
Example:He reads many books.