Presents a study of one of Britain's largest and most distinctive minorities - the Sikhs. This book examines the complex Anglo-Sikh relationship that led to the initial Sikh settlement and the processes of community-building around Sikh institutions such as gurdwaras. It explores the nature of British Sikh society.
Focusing on the migrant Sikh population, this examination delves into the cultural, economic, and social connections between overseas Sikh communities and Punjab. It highlights significant issues such as homeland politics, ethnic and political dynamics, and the effects of institutional changes post-1984 Golden Temple events. Utilizing a diverse array of sources from the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Punjab, this study serves as a key resource for those interested in Sikh studies, Asian Studies, race, ethnicity, and international migration.
A concise and comprehensive guide to the history of Sikh nationalism from the late nineteenth century to the present, this volume uses a new methodological approach to understand the historical origins of Sikh nationalism and emphasises the importance of integrating the study of the diaspora with the Sikhs in South Asia.