History Research Journal ISSN : 0976-5425 (P) Volume: 29, Issue: 01, January – February : 2023 Page | 48 Copyright @ 2023 Author SARBLOH METAL CRAFT - A HERITAGE IN ASSOCIATION WITH SIKHISM Gurtek Singh Research scholar, Department of History, Lovely Professional University, India : gurteksinghmann@gmail.com Dr. Tabish Hashmi Associate Professor, Department of History, Lovely Professional University, India Abstract- For centuries, generations of artisans have resurrected centuries-old craft practices, which are now part of a new cultural industry. It is commonly accepted that craftspeople not only preserve cultural legacy, but also enhance and adapt this heritage to meet the demands of modern civilizations. This paper illustrates the significance of Sarbloh metal craft with comparison to other crafts in the literature review section and relevance of sarbloh metal for Sikhism. Although the origin of Sarbloh is unknown, some sources state that the metal is believed to have been first produced in India along the Indus River. However, Sarbloh in Sikhism is historicized differently. There are over 25 million Sikhs, who practice Sikhism, the fifth-largest organized religion in the world. Punjab is a culturally diverse state in India's northwest. A wide range of handicrafts are included in Punjab's Arts & Crafts. There are many skillful and dexterous craftsmen in the Punjab region. As far as Punjabi arts and crafts go, it's all done by women in the countryside. Like the biological evolution idea, religious pluralism is based on the premise of religion's gradual development. Evolutionary theory of religion is the religion of today's Intelligence Age, which explains the relationships between the many faiths and their sacred scriptures. This study will helps to know the how we can analyse the the craft with a vision of religion and culture and also how crafts can shift the phase of cultures. Keywords: Handicraft; India and its Handicraft; Contribution of Handicraft to Indian Economy; Market for Indian Handicraft. Introduction "ਸਰਬਲੋਹ" ("Sarbloh", pronounced as: sarablō) is a unique metal; specifically, a high-carbon iron alloy that held (and still holds) great significance in Sikhi, its "Maryada" (code of conduct) and its history. Some sources translate Sarbloh to "All-Iron", while some sources describe it as "Wrought Iron". Although these are both viable translations, there isn't really an exact name for Sarbloh in English, as it's very different from most iron alloys found outside of India. However, in those times, Sarbloh didn't hold any specific purpose within Sikhi itself; since at the time, Sarbloh was a very common material, meaning it was easier to obtain. This signifies that it would have been an obvious choice for producing weaponry and other items. Although the use of Sarbloh (in Sikhi) may have started as early as the times of Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji; it is formally only recognized to have become a prominent part of Sikhi in the times of the tenth master, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji. Sarbloh was used for weapons, but it was also used for armour, turban ornaments (Chand Tora, small Kirpans, Chakrams, etc.), and eating utensils. By this time Sarbloh was the main metal used by the Sikhs, so much so that even the birth of the Khalsa itself (metaphorically and symbolically) happened out of the Sarbloh "Baata" (bowl). It was on that same day that the newly formed Khalsa was also given the orders to wear a Sarbloh "Kara" (bracelet) and a Sarbloh "Kirpan" (sword). Also, looking at Sikh history only tells us how important Sarbloh was important (Jha, S. K. (2016). As India's economy consists of a broad variety of sectors, including agriculture, agribusiness, contemporary industry, and a wide range of services. The Indian government's new Economic Philosophy of Inclusive Growth has given a boost to the country's handicraft industry. According to the inclusive growth theory, all economic sectors in India, including handicrafts, must be given equal weight in order to ensure that the country's economy remains strong and that inclusive development may occur in both rural and urban areas (Chutia, L. J., & Sarma, M. K. (2016).