Bhai Vir Singh was a prominent Sikh poet, novelist, and scholar born in 1872 in Punjab, India. He played a significant role in the Punjabi literary renaissance and is best known for his contributions to Punjabi literature, particularly through his poetry and novels that often focused on Sikh themes and values. In addition to his literary work, Bhai Vir Singh was a devoted Sikh and actively involved in promoting the Sikh faith. He founded the Khalsa College in Amritsar and was instrumental in the establishment of various educational institutions, helping to uplift the Sikh community through education and cultural awareness.