Sant Teja Singh

This lesson plan delves into who Sant Teja Singh was and why he was an instrumental figure to the early Sikh community in BC.

 

Sant Teja Singh

This lesson plan delves into who Sant Teja Singh was and why he was an instrumental figure to the early Sikh community in BC.

Teja Singh is a well respected individual within the Sikh community - he is given the title of “Sant” meaning devout person. Students will explore why Teja Singh is such an important figure to BC Sikh history by exploring a variety of sources to learn more about the historical and contemporary contexts relating to Sant Teja Singh. After learning about Sant Teja Singh, students will have the option of completing a short inquiry into the life and legacy of other early Sikhs in BC.

Focus Question.

  • Students can describe, explain, and discuss the impact of immigrants, specifically Teja Singh, in British Columbia during the late nineteenth century in Canada.

  • How do immigrants, and their impact, help shape contemporary times?

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Sant Teja Singh
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