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Explore the distinguished career of Mota Singh, Sardar Bahadur, in Maharaja Ranjit Singh's service and his contributions during the Anglo-Sikh wars.

Explore Nand Gopal's legacy, evolving from a Sikh government clerk in 1840 to a prominent 1st-class Deputy Inspector in Delhi. Discover his family's rich history.

gajjar

Discover Qila Gujjar Singh, Lahore's historical gem, where ancient forts meet modern infrastructure. Learn its legacy of Bharigi rulers today.

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

Explore the legacy of Suchcha Singh, a dedicated activist and martyr of the Gurdwara Reform movement, who sacrificed his life in the Jaito Morcha.

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.

zakaria khan

Discover Zakariya Khan's harsh policies against Sikhs, his temporary truce, and relentless efforts to vanquish them amid Sikh resistance in 18th century India.

BHAGAT SINGH (1907-1931), revolutionary and martyr, was born on 27 September 1907 at the village of Banga, Lyallpur district (now in Pakistan) the second son of Kishan Singh and Vidya Vati. Bhagat Singh was imbued from childhood with the family`s spirit of patriotism. At the time of his birth, his father was in jail for his connection with the Canal Colonization Bill agitation, in which his brother, Ajit Singh (Bhagat Singh`s uncle), took a leading part. Through his father, who was a sympathizer and supporter of the Ghadr campaign of 191415, Bhagat Singh became an admirer of the leaders of the movement.

board of administration

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

BULAKA SINGH, an eighteenth century Sikh musician who recited the holy hymns. He lived in the village of Ghurani. in Ludhiana district. He was once humiliated by the local anathematized group who were the followers of Baba Ram Rai. To avenge the insult, hero and warrior Banda Singh Bahadur sacked the village in 1710. Bulaka Singh was appointed thanedar or police chief of the area.

daroga

Explore the historical role of Daroga, a key Sikh governance figure, ensuring law, justice, and the core value of seva in the medieval period.

DEVA SINGH, SARDAR BAHADUR(d. 1872), son of Fateh Singh and a great grandson of Savan Singh, cousin of Sarigat Singh, the leader of the Nishanavali misi, came of a Shergil Jatt family of Mansurval, in Firozpur district. Deva Singh joined service under Maharaja Ranjit Singh in 1816 at a very young age. After some time, he was put under Lahina Singh Majithia who made him commandant of the regiment of his brother, Gujjar Singh. In 1834, he accompanied the young Sardar to Calcutta on a mission half complimentary, half political. In 1842, he was transferred to the Gurkha regiment to serve in Hazara.

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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.