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Discover the legacy of Kharak Singh, first Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee president and trailblazer in Sikh politics and activism.

mahitab kaur

Discover the compelling history of Mahitab Kaur, her marriage, and legacy alongside Maharaja Ranjit Singh. Explore this poignant chapter of Punjab history.

battle of kasur

Explore the dramatic rise and fall of Nizam Uddin, the Pathan chief of Kasur, from ally to adversary in the rich history of Punjab and the Sikhs.

Discover the history of Ran Singh Nakai, who expanded the Nakai misl's power and territory, shaping the Sikh region's political landscape in the late 18th century.

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Explore the 1904 classic 'SIKHS, THE' by General Sir John J.H. Gordon. Delve into Sikh history, from the Ten Gurus to their role in the British Empire.

Explore Karanjit Singh's evocative poetry and translations, bringing Soviet influences to Punjabi literature with profound thought and musical grace.

taruna dal

Discover the valor of Taruna Dal, the spirited youth army of Dal Khalsa, known for daring acts against invaders during the 18th century.

Discover Amar Singh's journey from police officer to key figure in the Gurdwara reform movement advocating for Sikh rights and religious freedom.

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Explore the influential life of Diwan Bhavani Das, who revolutionized finance under Maharaja Ranjit Singh, shaping the kingdom of Lahore's future.

DELHI, also called Dilli (28° 40`N. 77° 13`E), the capital of India, is also connected with Sikh history. The first, sixth, eighth, ninth and tenth Gurus visited it. Mata Sundari and Mata Sahib Devari, consorts of Guru Gobind Singh, stayed here for a long time before and after the death of the Guru. A Sikh sangat existed in what came to be known as Kucha Dilvali Singhari in Old Delhi.

Explore the legacy of Gurdial Singh Dhillon, a diplomatic and parliamentary icon of India, known for his pivotal role in Punjab politics & diplomacy.

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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!

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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.