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- Tamil scholar, writer, and researcher who revived ancient Tamil literature.
- Known as Tamizh Thatha (Grandfather of Tamil).
- Contributions:
- Collected, edited, and published many lost Tamil literary works.
- Revived Sangam and medieval Tamil texts.
- Important Books:
- Silappathikaram – Edited and published.
- Manimekalai – Another epic he helped preserve.
- Purananuru – Compiled and published.
- Tholkappiyam – Contributed to its study.
Books Written by U. V. Swaminatha Iyer
- En Charithiram – His autobiography, detailing his life and literary journey.
- Tamizh Mozhi Varalaru – A history of the Tamil language.
- Tamizh Ilakkiya Varalaru – A history of Tamil literature.
- Tamizh Paadalgal – A collection of Tamil songs.
The birth anniversary of Tamil scholar U. V. Swaminatha Iyer, who contributed greatly to Tamil, is observed as Tamil Classical Renaissance Day on February 19.
- No reappointment allowed.