A Sikh lawyer of Punjab origin has created legal history in Canada by defending his religious beliefs. Prabhjot Singh Warring, from village Warring in Sri Muktsar Sahib district, won a landmark case in the Supreme Court of Canada.
Prabhjot Singh, born in Canada in 1987, recently completed his law degree. To practice law, Canadian rules required an oath of allegiance to King Charles. He refused to take the oath, citing his faith. He said he follows Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and cannot place anyone above his Guru.
He challenged the rule in a lower court, but the court rejected his plea in 2023. Prabhjot Singh then approached the Supreme Court of Canada. He argued that the oath violated his religious freedom and personal rights.
The Supreme Court accepted his arguments and delivered a historic ruling. The court amended a law in force since 1912. It ruled that no individual can be forced to swear allegiance to the King for any office or profession.
The verdict has sparked nationwide debate in Canada. It has also brought pride and joy to his native village. Residents said Prabhjot Singh upheld Sikh values with courage. They praised him for bringing global recognition to Punjab and the Sikh community.
