Epitomizing the cultural heritage and ethos of the people of Punjab, ‘Punjabiyat’ has diverse manifestations including, notably, the Punjabis’ vitality, exuberance, language, love, romance, philosophy, way of life, history, legends, folk songs, dances, music, festivals, arts and crafts. Known the world over as hard working people, the Punjabis are also distinguished for their positive attitude to life, and realistic, down-to-earth approach to the problems they are confronted with. ‘Punjabiyat’ represents the culture of about 13 million Punjabi people in India, Pakistan, and diaspora. Jasbir Singh, himself a Punjabi, offers an in-depth study of ‘Punjabiyat’ and all that it stands for. He also describes some of the eminent Punjabi saints, poets, warriors, and artists; besides well-known Punjabi songs, proverbs and sayings.

Jasbir Singh Khurana: a retired colonel of the Indian army, has been studying the history of Sikhs and Punjab, ever since his retirement. He now resides in the USA.