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What oppression did Rani Jind Kaur have to overcome in order to lead the Sikh Kingdom?

Getting to Know Rani Jind Kaur

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March

2024

Explore the remarkable journey of Rani Jind Kaur as we delve into the oppression she faced to ascend to leadership in the Sikh Kingdom.

Explore the remarkable journey of Rani Jind Kaur as we delve into the oppression she faced to ascend to leadership in the Sikh Kingdom. This inquiry illuminates her resilience and sheds light on the enduring impact of colonial legacies, resonating with contemporary challenges encountered by Sikh communities and beyond.

Discover the historical echoes that continue to shape our world today as we delve into Rani Jind Kaur's courageous story and its relevance to ongoing societal struggles.

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Getting to Know Rani Jind Kaur: Episode 1

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2020

Maharani Jind Kaur: The Last Queen of Panjab

Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s death in 1839 left a big void in the rule of the Sikh kingdom, which led to the annexation of Panjab by the British.

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Santbir Singh

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Santbir Singh is a Research Associate with SikhRI. He is currently doing his Ph.D. in Sociology at York University. His graduate research focuses on Sikh activism and the inherent relationship between Sikhi and anarchism explored through historical and contemporary Sikh movements, such as the Kisān Morcha (Farmer’s Protests) of 2020-2021.

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