Devaneya Pavanar (also known as G. Devaneyan, Ñanamuttan Tevaneyan; 7 February 1902 – 15 January 1981) was a prominent Indian Tamil author who wrote over 35 books. Additionally, he was a staunch proponent of the "Pure Tamil movement" and initiated the Etymological Dictionary Project primarily to bring out the roots of Tamil words and their connections and ramifications.
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7 February 1902 Sankaranayinar Koil, Tamil Nadu, India
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Died |
15 January 1981 (aged 78) Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India
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Zodiac | Aquarius |
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