<h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #24518e;">Maharaja Ranjit Singh and</span> <span style="color: #eaad20;">Religious Institutions  </span></h1>
<span data-contrast="auto">During Maharaja Ranjit Singh's reign, religious institutions played a pivotal role in the spread of Sikhism to the global diaspora and in fostering interfaith dialogue on a global scale. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span>

<span data-contrast="auto">Gurdwaras, serving as the central places of worship for Sikhs, became instrumental in preserving Sikh identity and culture among diaspora communities. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span>

<span data-contrast="auto">As Sikhs migrated to different parts of the world, gurdwaras served as community centers, providing a sense of belonging and connection to their religious and cultural heritage.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span>

<span data-contrast="auto">Furthermore, religious institutions such as the Darbar Sahib in Amritsar, commonly known as the Golden Temple, became significant pilgrimage sites for Sikhs and attracted visitors from various parts of the world. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span>

<span data-contrast="auto">This led to cultural exchange and religious discourse, contributing to the global visibility of Sikhism and fostering interfaith dialogue. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span>

<span data-contrast="auto">The openness of Sikh religious institutions during this time facilitated interaction with other religious traditions, promoting mutual understanding and respect.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span>