The Sikh Confederacy, which arose after the decline of the Mughal Empire in the early 18th century, was centered in the Punjab region of India. Sikh culture was heavily influenced by the teachings of the Sikh Gurus, with a strong focus on justice and equality.Mythology included divine figures like the ten Sikh Gurus, and mythical creatures such as Garuda and Makara. The Sikh warrior ethos shaped both their religious practices and their political structures.