Kamarajar Quiz

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Early Life and Education

1. Where and when was Kamarajar born?


Kamarajar was born on July 15, 1903, in Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.

2. What was his original name before he became known as Kamarajar?


His original name was Kamakshi Kumaraswami Kamaraj.

Political Career
3. Which political party did Kamarajar belong to?
Kamarajar belonged to the Indian National Congress (INC).

Achievements as Chief Minister


4. During which years did Kamarajar serve as the Chief Minister of Madras (now Tamil Nadu)?
Kamarajar served as the Chief Minister of Madras (now Tamil Nadu) from 1954 to 1963.

Honors and Recognition


5. Name any national awards or honors conferred upon Kamarajar for his contributions.
Kamarajar was awarded the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian award, in 1976 for his contributions to
the nation.

Early Life and Family


6. What was Kamarajar's father's occupation?
Kamarajar's father was a coconut merchant.

7. How many siblings did Kamarajar have?


Kamarajar had five siblings.

Political Beginnings
8. At what age did Kamarajar actively participate in the Indian independence movement?
Kamarajar actively participated in the Indian independence movement from the age of 16.

9. Which famous leader influenced Kamarajar's political ideology during his early years?
Mahatma Gandhi influenced Kamarajar's political ideology during his early years.

Role in the Indian National Congress


10. In which year did Kamarajar become the President of the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee (TNCC)?
Kamarajar became the President of the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee (TNCC) in 1937.

11. Name the year Kamarajar served as the President of the Indian National Congress.
He served as the President of the Indian National Congress from 1964 to 1967.

Contribution to Education
12. What was the name of the educational scheme launched by Kamarajar during his tenure as Chief
Minister?
The educational scheme launched by Kamarajar was known as the "Midday Meal Scheme" (also known
as the Kamaraj Plan).

Social Welfare Initiatives


13. Name one major initiative undertaken by Kamarajar for the welfare of farmers.
One major initiative for farmers was the introduction of the "Kamarajar Canal" (Virudhunagar Canal) for
irrigation.

Legacy and Commemoration


14. Where is the memorial dedicated to Kamarajar located in Tamil Nadu?
The memorial dedicated to Kamarajar is located in Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu.

15. How is Kamarajar's birthday celebrated in Tamil Nadu?


Kamarajar's birthday, July 15th, is celebrated as "Education Development Day" in Tamil Nadu.

Relationship with Leaders


16. Name one prominent leader with whom Kamarajar had a close political relationship.
Kamarajar had a close political relationship with Jawaharlal Nehru, India's first Prime Minister.

Posthumous Recognition
17. Apart from the Bharat Ratna, name another national award or honor bestowed upon Kamarajar after
his death.
Apart from the Bharat Ratna, Kamarajar was posthumously awarded the "Tamra Patra" for his
contributions to the nation.

Administrative Reforms
18. Name one administrative reform implemented by Kamarajar during his tenure as Chief Minister.
One administrative reform implemented by Kamarajar was the decentralization of power through the
Panchayat Raj system.

International Relations
19. Mention one significant diplomatic initiative undertaken by Kamarajar during his political career.
Kamarajar initiated cultural exchanges and diplomatic engagements to strengthen ties with neighboring
countries and promote global peace.

Criticism and Controversies


20. What criticisms were leveled against Kamarajar's governance style during his tenure as Chief
Minister?
Kamarajar faced criticism for his strong control over the Congress party in Tamil Nadu, which some
viewed as undemocratic.

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