Master Tara Singh in Indian history: colonialism, nationalism and the politics of Sikh identity

This comprehensive study of Master Tara Singh in two parts reveals many new facts, ideas, and perspectives. His politics based on Sikh identity lends unity to his confrontation with the colonial state and the Congress leadership. Partition of the British Punjab and formation of the Punjabi Suba were...

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Main Author: Grewal, J. S. 1927- (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: New Delhi Oxford University Press 2018
Edition:First edition
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Online Access:BSB01
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Summary:This comprehensive study of Master Tara Singh in two parts reveals many new facts, ideas, and perspectives. His politics based on Sikh identity lends unity to his confrontation with the colonial state and the Congress leadership. Partition of the British Punjab and formation of the Punjabi Suba were essentially the results of Master Tara Singh's vision of Sikh interests and determined efforts to protect these. He stood for a large measure of pluralism in free India
Item Description:This edition previously issued in print: 2017. - Includes bibliographical references and index
Physical Description:1 Online-Ressource Illustrationen, Karten
ISBN:9780199089840
DOI:10.1093/oso/9780199467099.001.0001

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