Who Is Sikh? Who Is Not?

[KulwantK]

Sat Nam, everyone!
One of the most interesting distinctions about Sikhism is that it is a choice-based faith. Even for those born into Sikh families, they can still choose whether or not to be Sikh, or take Amrit, or choose to follow a different faith, or path to the Divine. Related to this factor, is the lack of "missionary work" so often found in other paths, such as christianity.
There are many of those who have not taken Amrit who are living their lives as Sikhs, and I honor them as Sikhs. Everything hinges on what is in one's heart!
Wahe Guru,
KulwantK

 

[AusDesi]

Sat Nam, everyone!
One of the most interesting distinctions about Sikhism is that it is a choice-based faith. Even for those born into Sikh families, they can still choose whether or not to be Sikh, or take Amrit, or choose to follow a different faith, or path to the Divine.

That sounds good in theory but most kids in Sikhs families are not even allowed to marry outside Sikhism let alone choose a separate religion.