Spirituality with social responsibility: A study of Sikhism, its principles, practice and institutions

Sikhism, Sikh Religion, Sikh Movement, Sikh People are such terms which are used interchangeably to describe the history, principles institutions, practices and practitioners of Sikh religion. This paper intends to study this young religion as a progressive social movement drawing its inspiration from the life and teachings of ten Sikh Gurus and the sacred compositions of Guru Granth Sahib. At the same time, its followers are not immune to social, political realities of South Asia and how they have negotiated with changing times in the region remains to be seen. With this objective, this paper attempts to provide a brief insight in to key principles and growth of Sikh movement.