At the start of each official Gatka Championship, every Gatka player shall make promise to play fairly, judiciously and obey all of the rules, regulations and conditions of tournament and Gatka Federation of India. One Gatkebaaz from the host District/State/Country shall take this oath at the opening ceremonies on behalf of all Gatka competitors. The chosen Gatka player shall hold a corner of the Gatka Federation/Gatka Association’s Flag while reading the oath.
Oath: “In the name of all Gatka competitors, I swear that we will take part in the -------------------Gatka tournament in loyal competition, respecting and abiding by the rules, regulations and conditions which govern this tournament, committing ourselves to a sport without doping and without drugs, and desirous of participating in the national event in the true spirit of sportsmanship and standards of discipline, for the honour of our Nation and for the glory of Gatka sport”.
Referees, Judges and Official's OathAt the start of each official Gatka Championship, Gatka offi cials shall promise to do refereeship and judgement fairly, judiciously and in transparent manner by observing and implementing all of the rules, regulations and conditions of tournament and WGF/Gatka Federation. One off cial from the host District/State/Country shall take the oath at the opening ceremonies on behalf of all Gatka offi cials. The chosen official shall hold a corner of the Gatka Federation/Gatka Association’s Flag while reading the oath.
Oath: “In the name of all Referees, Judges and officials, I swear that we will officiate in the --------------- Gatka tournament with complete impartiality, respecting and abiding by the rules which govern this tournament, in the true spirit of sportsmanship”.
“SEVEN OATHS” For the Gatka Trainees/Practitioners1- A Gatka trainee may not abandon his training half-way through.
2- He will use Gatka skills only for self-defence and remain humble as a God fearing Gatka practitioner.
3- He must honour and respect his Ustads, Teachers, seniors, women and elders.
4- He will always remain loyal to WGF/affi liated National Gatka Federations/State/Regional Gatka Associations; obey their Rules Books, their regulations and conditions.
5- He will refrain from consuming intoxicants, alcohol, tobacco, drugs, meat etc.
6- He will teach art of Gatka to those with gentle, wilful and compassionate personalities for promotion of Gatka.
7- The purpose of his Gatka studies and training should not in any way aim for wealth or fame in life. His primary aspiration will always be to serve his country and faith.
