Akali Movement

The Akali Movement also known as Gurdwara Reform Movement came into full swing from the early 1920’s. It’s aim was to bring reform in the working and management of Sikh Gurdwaras. The campaign which gained tremendous support, especially, from the rural masses, took the form of a peaceful agitation-marches, divans, religious gatherings, and demonstrations for Sikhs to assert their right to manage their places of worship. The Gurdwaras, its property and wealth were being misused by the... read more »