Indian Vice-President paid homage to Pasumpon Muthuramalinga Thevar on his birth anniversary.
About Pasumpon Muthuramalinga Thevar (1908- 1963)
- Born: To a wealthy land owning family of the village Pasumpon in Ramanathapuram District (Tamil Nadu).
- Belonged to Kondayankottai Marava community of Mukkulathor known for their valour.
Key Contributions:
- Entered into politics in 1927, Subash Chandra Bose was his political friend.
- Joined national movement and helped Congress expand influence in Tamil Nadu interior regions.
- Played role in Temple Entry Movement in Tamil Nadu, Repeal of the Criminal Tribes Act, etc.
- Served as the Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) from 1952-57 and Member of Parliament from 1957-63.
- Titles Earned: An Uncrowned Monarch, Netaji of the South, The Lion of the South.
- Key Values: Leadership, Nationalist, Courage, Compassion, etc.