Traditional Sikh schools

NIRMAL PANCHAITI AKHARA

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

NIRMALA

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

SANT TRADITION

Discover the Sant Tradition: a mystical, monotheistic movement, transcending sectarian divides, and pioneering ethical consciousness in medieval India.

SIKH TRADITION (HISTORIOGRAPHY)

Dive into the origins of Sikh historiography with the Janam Sakhis of Guru Nanak. Discover a blend of myth and...

UDASI

Explore the rich history of the Udasi sect, founded by Sri Chand, dedicated to spreading Guru Nanak's teachings across the...

BHATRAS

Explore the intriguing history and impact of the Bhatra Sikhs, known for peddling and fortunetelling, from Punjab to the UK....

DERA

Uncover how 'dera' signifies homes, temples, and monasteries across Punjab's cultural landscape, bridging historical roots and modern usage.

DHARAM DHUJA

Explore Dharam Dhuja, the first Nirmala center at Patiala. Founded in 1862, it upholds the values of Sikh faith under...

DHARAMSALA

Explore Dharamsala's roots as a Sikh institution, where devotion, service, and community gather. Experience its transformation into today's gurdwaras.