"The Babar Akali Movement", a militant Sikh organization originated from the Gurdwara Reforms Movement of 1920 and took on a national coloring. Its members made unprecedented sacrifices. This research thesis traces its historical background, its emergence as a militant organization, its aims and objectives and its overall contribution to India's struggle for independence. The thesis is well-documented and supported by references from the reliable historical records. It is a systematic scholarly work on this movement and makes a critical evaluation of its contribution. It projects the image of Babar Akalis as selfless crusaders and patriotic freedom fighters[edit]
