Periyar
Periyar or
EVR or
Thanthai Periyar or
Periyar Ramasami (1879-1973) is the well known
Rationalist,
Atheist, freedom figter and
Activist from
Tamil Nadu state of
India. Though he was born in an affluent Naicker (an upper
caste) family, he fought against the
untouchability practiced by Brahmins and the rituals in
Hinduism and the
caste system.
By the natives, he is sometimes referred to as the enemy of Brahmins
He is very well known for his quote against religion: He who created the god was a fool; he who spreads his name is a scoundrel and he who worships him is a barbarian.
Notable Followers
- Kavignar Inkulab - Rational Tamil Poet
- Kamal Hasan - Famous Tamil Actor
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