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Explore the legacy of Jawahar Singh Nalva, a distinguished figure in Sikh history, known for his bravery in battles from Peshawar to the Anglo-Sikh wars.

Discover the journey of Kahn Singh, from General Avkabile's army to the Bhutan campaign, rising to Subahdar-Major before his retirement in 1876.

Learn about Khem Kaur, a fighter for Sikh independence in the Anglo-Sikh wars. Discover her legacy in resisting British forces. Explore her story!

Explore John Lawrence's role as Governor General of India, shaping British rule in Punjab with rigorous policies and administrative changes from 1846-1879.

Discover the inspiring journey of Mazhabi Sikhs, former untouchables in Punjab who found equality through Sikhism's transformative spiritual teachings.

dewan mokham chand

Explore the legacy of Diwan Muhkam Chand, a key Sikh army general under Maharaja Ranjit Singh. Discover his pivotal role in expanding the Sikh Empire.

NIHAL SINGH, BAVA, resident of Sri Hargobindpur in Gurdaspur district, was originally an employee of the princely state of Kalsia serving in the police department. Later, he went over to Maharaja Bikram Singh of Faridkot. Bava Nihal Singh belonged to the Kuka or Namdhari sect and was the author of an Urdu book, Khurshid Khalsd, published in 1885, in which he extolled Baba Ram Singh Kuka as the eleventh Guru of the Sikhs.

Explore PEPSU's formation in 1948, merging 8 princely states into a unified region, with rich history and vibrant culture in East Punjab.

punjab, india (1956 1966)

Explore the Punjabi Suba Movement, a Sikh-led agitation for a Punjabi-speaking state, highlighting its origins, challenges, and political negotiations.

Dive into the 1783 Persian manuscript detailing Sikh history from Guru Nanak to Sikh rule, offering insights despite some historical inaccuracies.

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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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Explore Akal Bunga, the iconic site housing the Akal Takht in Amritsar, a symbol of Sikh religious authority. Learn its role and history here.

The Sikh Encyclopedia

This website based on Encyclopedia of Sikhism by Punjabi University , Patiala by Professor Harbans Singh.