The British and Sikhs [1849 - 1947]

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Explore the Anglo-Sikh War of 1845-46, fueled by British expansion. Discover the impact on Sikh sovereignty and the Lahore Court's decline after Ranjit Singh.

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Delve into Ranjit Singh's reign with Persian newsletters offering a glimpse into his rule, military campaigns, and court events between 1810-1817.

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OFFER OF SIKH STATE RECALLED BY MAHARAJA YADAVINDER SINGH. It was raining heavily and my garden was enveloped in mist. .

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Explore the 1848-49 Anglo-Sikh War II, marking British domination and the end of the Sikh Kingdom. Learn about strategies, resistances, and outcomes.

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Explore the origins and evolving perceptions of 'Feringhee,' a term for Europeans in India, from Vasco de Gama's arrival to post-British India.

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Explore Poona Residency Correspondence's rich accounts of British-Sikh relations, revealing pivotal historical events and key figures before 1800.

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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.