Regarding the monumental creation of the 'Khalsa' by Guru Gobind Singh at Anandpur Sahib in 1699, consider the following statements:
1. It officially abolished the corrupt 'Masand' system, establishing a direct connection between the Guru and the Sikhs.
2. It mandated the wearing of the 'Five Ks' (Kesh, Kangha, Kara, Kachera, Kirpan) to forge a distinct martial identity.
3. It established the principle that political sovereignty and power would ultimately rest with the Khalsa community (Raj Karega Khalsa).
Which of the statements given above are correct?

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All three statements correctly describe the foundational changes brought by the creation of the Khalsa. It aimed at militarizing the community to fight oppression, completely erasing caste distinctions through the Pahul (Amrit) ceremony, and centralizing authority away from the corrupt Masands.

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