List of Sikhs

Sikh (English pronunciation: /ˈsiːk/ or /ˈsɪk/; Punjabi: ਸਿੱਖ, sikkh IPA: [ˈsɪkkʰ]) is the title and name given to an adherent of Sikhism. The term has its origin in the Sanskrit term śiṣya, meaning "disciple, learner" or śikṣa, meaning "instruction".

This article lists and documents all of the Sikhs known to the world in any profession.

Contents

Historical importance to Sikh religion.

Entertainment

Bollywood

Hollywood

Singers/Musicians

Pop and western Bhangra

Bhangra and other Punjabi Folk

Diljit Singh Dosanjh

Indian Revolutionaries/Freedom fighters

Politicians

India

Maneka Gandhi,[27] Member of Parliament

Malaysia

Canada

United Kingdom

United States

Athletes

Swimming

Boxing

Mixed Martial Arts

Cricket

Hockey

Ice Hockey

Football

Athletics

Golf

Wrestling

Shooting

Cycling

Association Football

Figure skating

Muay Thai

Business

Historians

Writers

Punjabi and Urdu

English

Science/maths

Models

Scientists/Humanitarian activists

Painters/artists

Legendary Military leaders

The names of the 21 Sikhs of Saragarhi

References

  1. ^ Mai Bhago
  2. ^ Baba Sri Chand
  3. ^ WSN-Entertainment News-Jaspal Bhatti’s next venture: Spreading awareness. Worldsikhnews.com (2007-04-04). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  4. ^ Biographies – Gurinder Chadha: Bender of Rules. The Sikh Times (2003-03-26). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  5. ^ Gurinder Chadha at the V&A : Sikh Treasures.. SikhNet (2008-07-21). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  6. ^ The Art and Culture of the Diaspora | Sikh-Briton Filmmaker Gurinder Chadha is Back!. sikhchic.com (2009-05-14). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  7. ^ The Art and Culture of the Diaspora | Breaking the Mold: Namrata Singh Gujral. sikhchic.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  8. ^ Namrata Singh Gujral Biography. Perfect People (1976-02-26). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  9. ^ Celebrity Weddings: “ER” Star Parminder Nagra Weds in Traditional Sikh Ceremony. Celebrityweddingbuzz.com (2009-01-29). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  10. ^ Press Office – Sikhs and the City. BBC (2004-08-13). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  11. ^ Podcasts – Desi Download. BBC. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  12. ^ Jay Sean Biography. Sing365.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  13. ^ The first Asian prince of pop. Telegraph (2004-10-28). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  14. ^ Rishi Rich. Desihits.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
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  16. ^ Content | Juggy D. DesiParty.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
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  18. ^ Shaheed Udham Singh. Sikh-history.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  19. ^ Kartar Singh Sarabha. Sikh-history.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
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  22. ^ Biographies – Manmohan Singh: Architect of the New India. The Sikh Times (2005-11-14). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  23. ^ Montek Singh Ahluwalia Receives Sikh Of The Year 2008 Award. India-server.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  24. ^ Mr Montek Singh Ahluwalia confirmed for Sikh Forum Annual Dinner. Journalism.co.uk (2008-11-17). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  25. ^ Montek Singh conferred 'Sikh of the Year' 2008 award. SikhNet (2008-11-24). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
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  27. ^ Dal Khalsa confronted Meneka Gandhi over her definition of Sikh @ www.punjabnewsline.com. Punjabnewsline.com (2009-03-28). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  28. ^ News and Analysis – Harbhajan Apologizes for Letting Hair Down, Slams S.G.P.C. The Sikh Times (2006-10-07). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  29. ^ Monty Panesar Biography. Biographyonline.net. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  30. ^ Ravi Bopara. Cricketnirvana.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  31. ^ Norges Ishockeyforbund
  32. ^ Eliteprospects.com - Partap Singh
  33. ^ Sikh Sports personality Flying Sikh Milkha Singh. Sikh-history.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  34. ^ Milkha Singh. Mapsofindia.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  35. ^ Olympics Special: Milkha Singh on the race of his life. Rediff.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  36. ^ Milkha Singh The Flying Sikh. Sadapunjab.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  37. ^ Biographies – Fauja Singh: "I Run While Talking to God". The Sikh Times (2004-04-19). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  38. ^ The 'Flying Sikh' remembers. SikhNet (2008-07-31). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  39. ^ Golf Player's Profile. Jeev Milkha Singh (1971-12-15). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  40. ^ a b c d Rooting for the turban. Hindustan Times (2010-03-14). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  41. ^ PAGE OF FAME: Tiger Jeet Singh. Garywill.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
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  44. ^ WSN-Sports News-Sikh shooter wins first ever individual gold for India at Olympics. Worldsikhnews.com (2008-08-11). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  45. ^ Sikhs that shoot. SikhNet (2008-08-13). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  46. ^ Abhinav Bindra won the gold medal. Nriinternet.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  47. ^ Book Reviews – The Many Faces of the Sikh Diaspora. The Sikh Times (2003-06-08). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  48. ^ The Tribune – Windows – Taking note. Tribuneindia.com (2003-03-08). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  49. ^ Vålerenga Fotball. Vif-fotball.no. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  50. ^ M.S. Oberoi Profile
  51. ^ Advice from young millionaire Gurbaksh Chahal. Sfgate.com (2008-10-26). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  52. ^ a b Upgrading. Forbes.com (2006-10-27). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  53. ^ Biography of Great Sikh Personality Dr. Narinder Singh Kapany. Sikh-history.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
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  57. ^ Amrita Shergil
  58. ^ Amrita Sher-Gill. Mapsofindia.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  59. ^ Marshal Arjan Singh. Mapsofindia.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.