When Sikhs gather to discuss issues affecting the Sikh nation collectively, the assembly is known as The Sarbat Khalsa. Every Sikh has the right to participate in it. Initially, Sarbat Khalsa used to convene twice a year on Baisakhi day and Diwali day, but this tradition ceased during Ranjit Singh’s reign as the king of Punjab. However, in 1986, the practice was revived, and The Sarbat Khalsa assembled at Akal Takhat (Amritsar) to address the aftermath of the June 1984 operation Blue Star, which resulted in the desecration and destruction of the Akal Takhat and other sacred Sikh Temples in Amritsar and 48 other locations. Decisions taken at the Sarbat Khalsa are considered binding on all Sikhs worldwide.