The British and Sikhs [1849 - 1947]

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Explore India's secret records (1834-1856) at the India Office Library, detailing pivotal events like the Sikh political power and Anglo-Sikh relations.

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Discover the heroic tale of the Saragarhi battle fought by 22 Sikh soldiers against overwhelming odds on 12 Sept 1897 in the Tirah region.

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Discover how the Board of Administration, led by Lord Dalhousie, managed Punjab affairs post-1849 annexation with judicial and executive powers.

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Discover Victor Jacquemont's detailed 1829-1832 Indian travels exploring botany, culture, and meeting Maharaja Ranjit Singh. A historical adventure awaits!

communal awards

Learn about the 1932 Communal Award, a key step in transferring governance to India, shaping legislative representation for religious communities.

jaito morcha

Explore the JAITO MORCHA, a pivotal Akali agitation for justice in Punjab, challenging British oppression and advocating for Sikh leaders' restoration.

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Learn about the Sikandar-Baldev Singh Pact of 1942, a key agreement in Punjab politics uniting Akalis and Unionists to shape the region’s future.

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Explore the 1919 Sikh deputation to England seeking fair representation in Punjab's governance post-Montagu Chelmsford reforms.

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Discover the tragic events of the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre of 1919 in Amritsar, marking a pivotal moment in India's struggle for independence.

sikh gurudwara act

Explore the Sikh Gurdwaras Act of 1925, a significant legislation ending priest control and ensuring better gurdwara management in Punjab.

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ANGLOSIKH RELATIONS need to be traced to the transformation of the British East India Company, a commercial organization, into a political power in India .

council of regency

Explore the pivotal role of the Council of Regency in Punjab's history from 1844-49, tackling challenges and shaping governance during Maharaja Duleep Singh's minority.

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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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Explore Akal Bunga, the iconic site housing the Akal Takht in Amritsar, a symbol of Sikh religious authority. Learn its role and history here.

The Sikh Encyclopedia

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