Social Institutions and Movements

shiromani akali dal symbol.svg

Discover the history of Riyasti Akali Dal, a pivotal Sikh political forum in princely Punjab, advocating for democratic rights from 1939 to 1956.

bhai jodh singh 1

Discover the impact of the Sikh Handbill Committee in promoting Sikh principles and reforms through engaging leaflets from 1908 to 1911.

chief khalsa diwan official logo

Discover Khalsa Diwan Majha's pivotal role in social and religious reform among Sikhs since 1904, advocating for simplified marriages and sobriety.

margin show logo

Discover the rich history of Nirmal Panchaiti Akhara, a Sikh seminary founded in 1862 in Patiala, with branches across India. Learn about its unique traditions.

sgpc

Discover the history and role of SGPC, the statutory body managing sacred Sikh shrines across Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Chandigarh.

babar akali movement

BABAR AKALI MOVEMENT, a radical outgrowth of the Akali movement for the reform of Sikh places of worship during the early 1920's.

arjan singh bagrian

Explore the history of Shiromani Khalsa Diwan, a pivotal Sikh sociopolitical organization known for safeguarding Sikh interests in the Northwest Frontier Province.

office add. ssf logo

Discover the origins and legacy of the Sikh Students Federation, fostering Sikh principles and consciousness since 1944. Explore its impact on youth and culture.

chief khalsa diwan official logo

Explore Khalsa Pracharak Vidyala, Tarn Taran's historic institution since 1906, training in Sikh theology and culture. Join the legacy of Sikh enlightenment.

painting of a nirmala sikh

Discover the Nirmala Sikhs, a sect rooted in purity and wisdom, dedicated to religious study since Guru Gobind Singh's era. Explore their enduring legacy.

Discover how the U.P. Sikh Pratinidhi Board protects Sikh rights, promotes cultural heritage, and fosters education in Uttar Pradesh since 1947.

sadho bela

Explore the vibrant legacy of BELA, from Sri Sadhubela Tirath to Singh Bela, a secret hub of Sikh revolutionaries near Amritsar. Uncover their fascinating stories.

1
4 years Ago

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

3
4 years Ago

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

5

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

7

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.