About the Book: First Raj of the Sikhs: The Life and Times of Banda Singh Bahadur Banda Singh Bahadur appeared in Sikh history for a relatively short period (1708-1716) but, after The Sikh gurus, influenced it more significantly than any other individual this book seeks to tell The story of this remarkable and brave man and his equally remarkable achievements. Perhaps, The finest of Banda Singh Bahadurs biographies Banda Singh Bahadur is among The most colourful and fascinatingcharacters in Sikh history. From an ascetic he was transformed intoGuru Gobind Singhs most trusted disciple. So much so that when Theseriously injured guru could not lead his Sikh army against TheMughal forces, he appointed Banda Singh Bahadur as his deputy. Asproof of this appointment he gave Banda his sword, a mighty bow,arrows from his own quiver, his battle standard and his wardrum. Banda rode out from Nanded (where Guru Gobind Singh passed away;now in Maharashtra) at The head of a small band of Sikhs, which, byThe time it reached The Punjab, had grown into a formidable army.Over The next few years his exploits against The Mughal rulers,both in pitched battles and in skirmishes, became The stuff oflegends. He became The first of many legendary Sikh generals,famous both for their personal heroic courage and their skill inwarfare. His many encounters with The Mughal rulers eroded The veryfoundation of the Mughal empire and ensured its quick demise. As hesaid when questioned on what he had achieved: I have ensured thatnever again will The crown sit easily on The Mughal emperors head.He also prepared The coming generations of Sikhs for futureconflicts, which later greatly helped Maharaja Ranjit Singh increating a Sikh empire. Banda was a true leader who led from the front, not only in Thebattlefield but also in civil administration. He established asecular government which swept aside 700 years of slavery and Themyth of domination by foreign powers, proclaimed freedom ofworship, allowed The

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