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Is Karunanidhi Telugu or Tamil?
In his own writings Karunanidhi said that his family were of the Devadasi (renamed as Isai Vellalar) caste, a small community that traditionally played musical instruments at ceremonial occasions; however his political rival M. G. Ramachandran and some observers contested that and said that he was of Telugu ancestry.
Who is the youngest Chief Minister of Tamilnadu?
In 1991, Jayalalithaa became chief minister for the first time and Tamil Nadu’s youngest.
Are Tamils entitled to some pride in their linguistic heritage?
In his message, Prof. Parpola states, “The Tamils are entitled to some pride, having preserved so well the linguistic heritage of the Indus civilization.” From the very beginning, mother tongue has been found to be the best medium for acquiring knowledge. The Romans imposed their mother tongue, Latin, on the world.
Who was the first cm in Tamil Nadu to get posthumously honoured?
M. G. Ramachandran was the first and only chief minister in Tamil Nadu to get honoured posthumously by changing the name of railway station after him that is Chennai Central railway station renamed as Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.Ramachandran Central Railway Station.
Who was the first actress-turned Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu?
M. G. Ramachandran became the first actor-turned chief minister in India. V. N. Janaki Ramachandran became the first woman chief minister of Tamil Nadu. V. N. Janaki Ramachandran became the first actress-turned chief minister in India. The shortest period is by V. N. Janaki Ramachandran who held office only for 23 days.
How long is the term of office of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister?
Given that he has the confidence of the assembly, the chief minister’s term is for five years and is subject to no term limits. Since 1952, Tamil Nadu has had 11 chief ministers, 12 including V. R. Nedunchezhiyan who twice acted in the role.