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6 June 1984: The Indian Army storms the Golden Temple in Amritsar. Called Operation Bluestar, the historic and unprecedented event ended the growing spectre of terrorism perpetrated by the extremist Sikh leader Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale and his followers once and for all. But it left in its wake unsolved political questions that continued to threaten Punjab's stability for years to come. How, in a brief span of three years, did India's dynamic frontier state become a national problem? Who was to blame: the central government for allowing the crisis to drift despite warnings, or the long-drawn-out Akali agitation, or the notorious gang of militants who transformed a holy shrine into a sanctuary for terrorists? First published two months after Operation Bluestar, The Punjab Story pieces together the complex Punjab jigsaw through the eyes of some of India's most eminent public figures and journalists. Writing with the passion and conviction of those who were involved with the drama, they present a wide-ranging perspective on the past, present and future of the Punjab tangle; and the truth of many of their'conclusions having been borne out by time.
In a revised edition of his original book, J. S. Grewal brings the history of the Sikhs from its beginnings in the time of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism, right up to the present day. Against the background of the history of the Punjab, the volume surveys the changing pattern of human settlements in the region 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 development of his ideas by his successors and the growth of his following. The book offers a comprehensive statement on one of the largest and most important communities in India today.
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The book unravels how the implementation of certain socio-economic programmes unleashed tremendous negative forces which are now threating the stability of the nation-state. It is a very rewarding and fascinating study. In emerging political scenario the regionalism has come to fore and is likely to play a very crucial role in shaping the density of india. The study removes many cobwebs and helps in seeing futuristic reality more clearly. The lessons learnt in the Punjab would help avoiding the pitfalls in the path of economic development in other states of the Union. The experience gained in the Punjab would be of interest to all the Third World countries also.
Abbut, Captain Saunders A Was Active In The Punjab As A Political Agent During The Period Of The Afghan Wars. Among His Successes Was The Discovery Of A Treasure Valued Then At 15 Lakh Rupees. Zulfiqar Khan Was One Of Eighth Brothers Who Fought Gallantly In Hand To Hand Combat At The Final Siege Of Multan In 1818. From 'A To Z' Balraj Saggar'S Who'S Who In The History Of Punjab'S Is An Immensely Valuable Additrion To The Literature Available On That Part Of The Country. The Author'S Painstaking Dedicated Effort Will Long Be Remembered For This Is A Truly Great Reference Book On The Period And Region. In The Pages Of This Book, All The Colour And Adventure Of The Times Of Maharaja Ranjit Singh Come Alive ... The Reader Will Practically Hear The Sound Of Horses' Hooves And Smell The Gunpowder Of The Many Battles That Took Place. And, Finally, Much Of The Intrigues And Conspiracies Of The Times Give This Book A Genuine Element Of Suspense.
From highly influential individuals in politics, to award-winning leaders and inspirational philanthropists, to ordinary women who have embraced British life, a range of Punjabi women all share personal stories of racism, gender inequality and the partition of India and Pakistan. Together and alone they overcame adversity and dealt with the complexities of embracing dual identities and balancing a career with family life. Some even share their experiences of the partition of India in 1947 as well as the Jallianwallah Bagh Massacre, 1919. The first in a series of books, Voices from Punjab will resonate with readers as they accompany the women on their unique journeys. Different in many ways, ultimately each woman has a common background – coming from Punjab to celebrate their triumphs over cultural differences and gender stereotypes in the UK.
An unprecedented historical account of undivided Punjab, from the death of Aurangzeb to the Partition. For centuries, the fertile land of five rivers in the north of the Indian subcontinent was coveted by numerous empires and invaders. In this, the first major account of undivided Punjab, award-winning historian, biographer and scholar, Rajmohan Gandhi, gives us its history during its most tumultuous phase from the death of Aurangzeb, in the early eighteenth century, to its brutal partition in 1947, coinciding with the departure of the British. Relying on fresh sources as well as previous accounts provided from opposing perspectives, the author fashions a compelling narrative about the great...