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BURNES, SIR ALEXANDER

BURNES, SIR ALEXANDER (1805-1841), British traveller, explorer and writer, was born on 16 May 1805. He joined Bombay infantry in...

Discover the origins of the Sikh Misldari system in Punjab, a unique land tenure and political framework formed under Sikh...

CLERK, SIR GEORGE RUSSELL (1800-1889), diplomat, son of John Clerk, entered the service of the East India Company as a...

Discover how 'morcha' shaped Indian politics from Sikh reforms to modern movements. Learn about its pivotal role in peaceful resistance...

CUNNINGHAM, JOSEPH DAVEY (1812-1851), the first British historian of the Sikhs (his A History of the Sikhs was published in...

Explore the legacy of Partap Singh Kairon, Punjab's influential chief minister, champion of progress, and advocate for independence and reform.

Explore the legacy of Desh Bhagat Parivar Sahaik Committee, aiding families of patriots since 1920 under Baba Vasakha Singh's leadership.

Explore the fascinating life of Maharaja Pratap Singh, ruler of Nabha, and his impact on Punjab's history. A tale of...

Explore Gobindgarh Fort, a majestic fortress in Amritsar built by Maharaja Ranjit Singh, rich with history and serving as a...

Discover the political challenges and insights of Colonel Richmond during the unstable times on the Sutlej frontier in the 1840s.

Explore the life of Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Sikh Guru, through insightful biographies. Discover his impact on Sikh history...

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