Aringar Anna

          


Arignar Anna (அறிஞர் அண்ணா), whose real name was C. N. Annadurai (1909–1969), was a prominent Indian politician, writer, and social reformer from Tamil Nadu.


Here are some key points about him:

Full Name: Conjeevaram Natarajan Annadurai Popularly Known As: Arignar Anna (meaning “Scholar Anna” in Tamil), Anna (elder brother), and Anna Durai. 
Birth: 15 September 1909, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu. Death: 3 February 1969, Chennai. Contributions: Founder of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) in 1949 after splitting from Periyar’s Dravidar Kazhagam. Served as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu (1967–1969) – the first non-Congress CM of the state. Known for his powerful oratory and simple writing style that reached the masses.
 Advocated social justice, rationalism, self-respect, and Tamil pride.
 Introduced important schemes like midday meal program for school children. 
Opposed Hindi imposition and strongly defended Tamil language rights. Literary Works: Wrote plays, novels, and essays promoting social reform. Famous works include Kuzhanthaiyum Deivamum, Or Iravu, and many thought-provoking essays. 
Legacy: Anna’s funeral in 1969 was attended by over 15 million people, making it one of the largest gatherings in the world at that time. 
In his memory, Anna University, Anna Salai (Mount Road), and many institutions were named after him. He is remembered as a leader who brought politics closer to common people with simplicity and clarity. 




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  Here’s a clear outline of Arignar Anna’s  (C. N. Annadurai): Early Life Born: 15 September 1909, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu.  Family: Came from a weaver’s family.  Education: Completed schooling in Kanchipuram.  Graduated in Economics and Politics from Pachaiyappa’s College, Chennai.  Earned M.A. in Economics and Politics (1934). He was deeply influenced by Periyar E. V. Ramasamy’s Self-Respect Movement and became active in social reform.  Entry into Public Life Began his career as a teacher and writer. Powerful orator in Tamil, known for simple but impactful speeches.  Joined Justice Party → Dravidar Kazhagam (Periyar’s movement). In 1949, after differences with Periyar, he founded the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK).  Political Career DMK’s growth: Focused on Tamil language, anti-Hindi imposition, and social justice. Attracted youth, writers, and film industry support.  Elections 1967: DMK won and Anna became Chief Minister of Tamil Nad...
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