Synopses & Reviews
This important new contribution to the New Cambridge History of India examines chronologically the entire span of Sikh history from prehistoric times to the present day. In an introductory chapter, Professor Grewal surveys the changing pattern of human settlements in the Punjab until the fifteenth century and the emergence of the Punjabi language as the basis of regional articulation. Subsequent chapters explore the life and beliefs of Guru Nanak--the founder of Sikhism; the extension and modification of his ideas by his successors; the increasing number and composition of their followers and the development of Sikh self identity. Professor Grewal also analyzes the emergence of Sikhism in relation to the changing historical situation of Turko-Afghan rule, the Mughal empire and its disintegration, British rule and independence.
Synopsis
A revised edition of the original book traces the history of the Sikhs from the time of its founder, Guru Nanak, right up to the present. It offers a comprehensive statement on one of the largest and most important communities in India today.
Synopsis
A revised edition traces the history of the Sikhs right through to the present day.
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. 246-254) and index.
Table of Contents
Introduction; 1. The Turko-Afghan rule; 2. Foundation of the Sikh Panth; 3. Evolution of the Sikh Panth (1539 1606); 4. Transformation of the Sikh Panth (1606 1708); 5. Rise to political power (1708 1799); 6. The Sikh empire (1799 1848); 7. Recession and resurgence (1849 1919); 8. In the struggle for freedom (1920 1947); 9. Towards the âPunjab-Provinceâ(1947 1966); 10. In the new Punjab state (1966 1984); Epilogue; Appendices.