The present work, a first serious study on Sikhism by a European, was originally published in 1812. The author, John Malcolm (2.5.1769 -30.5.1833) served in the army of East India Company and later in the diplomatic service. Subsequently, he joined Lord Lake who was advancing towards Punjab in pursuit of Jaswant Rao Holkar. Here, his contact with the Sikhs, made him understand their religion, beliefs and practices. He was the first among the European writers who ...
