The Significance of Gold Kada in India

A Kada or ‘Kara’ is a thick bracelet worn by men and women alike for completely different reasons. The Kada is wider than a bangle and women prefer to wear it along with other gold bangles.

These have been used by women for a very long time as a symbol of being married. And even young girls adore this piece of jewellery for its elegance and enhance of their beauty. In Punjab, after marriage, women wear the simple gold kadas for 21 days or more as a sign of tradition. This tradition may be losing gradually but is still highly valued among certain people.

Men on the other hand prefer to wear a single Kada on their right hand. The Kada is an important aspect of spirituality and religion among the Sikh Community.

Kadas in Sikhism

For Sikhs in Punjab or anywhere in India, a Kada is a religious reminder to always perform god’s deeds in this world; and a Sikh’s mission in this world is that he must carry out truthful deeds and righteous actions, as advice given by the Guru.

Kada is in the shape of a circle which is the depiction that goodness has no beginning and no end just like eternal God. It is a symbol for the wearer that they have been initiated into the Khalsa; derived from the external articles of faith also known as five Kakars or five Ks in Sikhism.

The Trend of Gold Kada

Since the Kada is a symbol for performing good deeds in the world, many people around from different communities have also started to wear the Kada.

Everyone may not have the same view but Kada has become a symbol of style and fashion in modern times as well. This design and look of this fashionable jewellery item cannot be understated once you put it on your wrist

The Rajasthani Kadas are inspired by the royalties of Rajasthan from early ages, as well as Indian Architectural carvings. For Example, Dhalutars are in cubic design with gemstones studded in between.

Finding The Best Gold Kada Suitable For You

Since Kadas have different designs, different metals, and different usages among people, you must choose a proper one based on your own requirement. For example, Men usually go for solid and plain metal Kada while women prefer designed, traditional and lightweight gold Kada before and after marriage.

Unmarried young girls prefer more intricate and modern designs which would enhance their personality and go as per the fashion trend.

While buying a Kada you also need to keep in mind the metals used for the Kada, and its allergenic properties. Some people are allergic to metals like nickel. Kada circumference (size of the inner ring) must also be taken into consideration as per your wrist size. You don’t want too tight Kada which could get difficult to remove when needed. You don’t want to lose as well, else it would keep falling off.

The traditions and cultural value for Kadas go hand in hand along with the latest and modern fashion trends.