Social and political activism amongst British Sikhs: Responses to issues of equality and human rights – a new way forward?
Abstract
This article discusses two key issues relating to activism amongst British Sikhs. The exploration focuses upon the mobilisation of Sikhs at rallies and protests surrounding human rights issues, as well as their overall objection to caste legislation in British Law. The revelations surrounding the British Government’s involvement in Operation Bluestar came as a huge shock not only to British Sikhs but also to Sikhs worldwide. This paper will discuss whether the British Sikh community has taken on a fresh approach when confronted with issues surrounding equality and human rights and will explore how youth led Sikh groups and organisations have responded to contemporary challenges by using Sikhi to encourage activism amongst British Sikhs.Citation
Takhar, O.K. (2018) 'Social and political activism amongst British Sikhs: Responses to issues of equality and human rights – a new way forward?' Sikh Formations, 14 (3-4)Publisher
Taylor & FrancisJournal
Sikh FormationsAdditional Links
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/17448727.2018.1485375Type
Journal articleLanguage
enISSN
1744-8727ae974a485f413a2113503eed53cd6c53
10.1080/17448727.2018.1485375
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