Pratap Singh
Heir apparent of the Sikh Empire
About Pratap Singh
Lived 1831 – 1843 (aged 11–12).
Tikka Sahib Pratap Singh Bahadur (1831 – 15 September 1843) was the eldest son of Sher Singh, Maharaja of Sikh Empire. His mother was Maharani Prem Kaur.
Biography Pratap Singh was installed as heir apparent with the title of Tikka Sahib by his father at Lahore Fort on 27 January 1841. The prince and his father were both killed by Ajit Singh Sandhanwalia and Wazir Dhian Singh Dogra on 15 September 1843 at Shah Bilowal Baradari in Lahore. Sher Singh, his father, was killed by the Sandhawalias immediately before him. Both Pratap Singh and Sher Singh were cremated together at Shah Bilowal Baradari. Their samadhis were erected there, which still exist (31°35'39.5"N 74°21'19.1"E).
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Pratap Singh?
heir apparent of the Sikh Empire
When was Pratap Singh born?
Pratap Singh was born in 1831.
When did Pratap Singh die?
Pratap Singh died on 15 September 1843.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Pratap Singh (Sikh prince)
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