S. Dharmambal
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Saminathan Dharmambal (1890–1959) was an Indian social activist and women's rights activist. She is remembered for her contributions to the Tamil language and involvement in the Anti-Hindi agitation of 1937–40. In 1951, she was given the title of vira Tamil annai ("Heroic Tamil Mother").
In this Indian name, the name Saminathan is a patronymic, and the person should be referred to by the given name, Dharmambal.
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Saminathan Dharmambal | |
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Born | 1890 Karuntattankudi, Madras presidency, British India |
Died | 20 May 1959 (aged 68–69) |
Monuments | Memorial in Moolakothalam, Chennai |
Occupation(s) | Social activist, women's rights activist |
Known for | Founder of Manavar Mandram ("Student Forum") |
Spouse | Munisamy Naidu |
Awards | vira Tamil annai ("Heroic Tamil Mother") |
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