The aim of the Khalsa was to fight Dharam Yudh, a war in the defence of righteousness. Its principles bear a resemblance to the western theory of Just War.

^{Guru Gobind Singh establishes the Khalsa (Source: Wikimedia)}

Dharam Yudh says that war must be a last resort. The theory of Just War specifies that conflicts should be governed by the principle of military necessity.

Similarly, Dharam Yudh says that the motive behind a war cannot be revenge or enmity. The theory of Just War dictates that taking human life is seriously wrong, but sometimes necessary to protect innocent citizens and moral values.