Historical Events in Sikh History

Explore the Rikabganj Agitation (1913-20), a pivotal Sikh protest against the British demolition of the Gurdwara Rikabganj wall in New Delhi.

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Discover the intense Sikh-Muslim conflict in Punjab over the sacred Gurdwara Shahidganj site in Lahore from 1935 to 1940. Learn about its historic significance.

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Explore the pivotal 1762 battle of Vadda Ghallughara, a major holocaust in Sikh history, marking a fierce clash with Ahmad Shah Durrani.

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Discover how the demand for Pakistan's creation led to the historic Partition of Punjab in 1947, reshaping the future of India and its Muslim population.

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Explore the Auckland Papers for insights on 19th-century politics, the Sikh military, and the Anglo Afghan war, now accessible in London.

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Explore the historic 1934 Guru Nanak Sarbsampradai Conference aimed at uniting Sikh sects under Guru Nanak's teachings. Discover its key resolutions.

Explore intimate accounts of British residents in 1846-49 Lahore, capturing political events and trends during the Regency period between the Anglo-Sikh wars.

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Explore the legacy of Ahluvalia Misl, a prominent 18th-century Sikh confederacy in Punjab, led by the legendary Jassa Singh Ahluvalia.

Discover the global spread and historical journey of the Sikh population, primarily centered in Punjab, India, with a rich 500-year-old legacy.

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Explore the history of Azad Hind Fauj, the Indian National Army, and its pivotal role in India's fight for freedom during World War II.

Explore the dispatches of Harsaran Das during Lahore's political chaos (1840-1843) as he navigates Sikh-British tensions and undercover alliances.

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Explore the historical Round Table Conferences (1930-32) in London that aimed to redefine India's future through constitutional reforms and equal discussion.

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Explore the deeper meaning of Aarti in Hinduism and Sikhism, where true worship goes beyond rituals and embraces the beauty of nature and truth.

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Explore the profound concept of Aatma and its connection to Paramaatma, God, and the transcendental self in Sikh and Hindu philosophies.

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Explore the distinctive and largely unknown Sikh architectural style, with its rich history in gurdwaras, forts, and palaces, by S.S. Bhatti.

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Discover the captivating history and architecture of Samman Burj, the octagonal Mughal marvel in Lahore Fort, known for its royal and administrative legacy.

The Sikh Encyclopedia

This website based on Encyclopedia of Sikhism by Punjabi University , Patiala by Professor Harbans Singh.