Special lecture on “The Idea of Sikh State in Gurbani” organised at Sri Guru Granth Sahib World University
Babushahi Bureau
Fatehgarh Sahib (Punjab), September 29, 2026: The Department of Political Science, Sri Guru Granth Sahib World University, Fatehgarh Sahib, organised a special lecture on “The Idea of Sikh State in Gurbani” to provide students with an academic understanding of the State, governance, justice and social welfare from the perspective of Gurbani and Sikh thought.
Dr. Kehar Singh, Former Professor, Department of Political Science, Punjabi University, Patiala, and Former Chairman, Punjab School Education Board (PSEB), Mohali, was the resource person.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Kehar Singh discussed the significance of the State as an institution essential for an organised society.
He highlighted justice and social welfare as two important functions of the State and elaborated on the concept of a limited State, emphasising that State authority should function within appropriate limits and remain oriented towards the welfare of society.
He also underlined the importance of capable and responsible leadership and stressed the need for political awareness among citizens for the effective functioning of a democratic society. His address encouraged students to reflect on the relationship between political institutions, ethical governance and social welfare.
Vice Chancellor Prof. Prit Pal Singh emphasised the importance of political consciousness among citizens and appreciated the Department’s initiative in organising academically enriching lectures.
Dean Academic Affairs Prof. Sukhwinder Singh Billing congratulated the Department and appreciated its efforts to provide students with meaningful academic exposure. Dr. Hardev Singh, Dean, Faculty of Religious Studies, also graced the occasion with his presence. Dr. Ramandeep Kaur, Head, Department of Political Science, welcomed the resource person and participants and proposed the vote of thanks. Faculty members and students actively participated in the interaction. The lecture concluded with an engaging exchange of ideas on Sikh thought, political authority, justice, welfare and responsible governance.