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KaUR

Kaur is a word used by many women who follow the Sikh religion. It is kind of like a last name that they use to show that they are a part of the Sikh community.

Think of it like this: when you go to school, everyone has a name like Johnny or Susie. But sometimes, when you get older and join a special group, you might get a special name like "Chief" or "Doctor". It's a way to show that you belong to that group.

In the Sikh religion, women use the name Kaur to show that they are part of the Sikh community and that they are equal to men. They believe that everyone is equal no matter what their gender is. So, just like boys might use the last name Singh to show that they are part of the Sikh community, girls use the last name Kaur.

It's a special word that shows that the person using it is proud of their Sikh heritage and wants to be part of a community that values equality for everyone.
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