W. P. A. Soundarapandian Nadar
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Woothampatti Punnaivana Ayya Soundarapandian[1] (15 September 1893 ā 22 February 1953) was a leading figure in Nadar Mahajana Sangam and became the first Nadar member of the Madras Legislative Council upon a recommendation by P.T. Rajan in 1920. Nadar's family had previously supported and worked for the electoral victory of P.T.Rajan.[2] He is known for his effort to associate the Nadar community with the Self-Respect Movement founded by Periyar E. V. Ramasamy.[3] He was known as the uncrowned king of the Nadar community.[4]
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W. P. A Soundarapandian | |
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Born | 15 September 1893 Pattiveeranpatti |
Died | 22 February 1953(1953-02-22) (aged 59) |
Occupation(s) | Leader of Nadar Mahajan Sangam and Member of Madras Legislative Council |
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