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C. N. Annadurai

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Indian film writer and former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, India (1909-1969)

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Conjeevaram Natarajan Annadurai, also known as Perarignar Anna, was an Indian politician who was the founder and first general-secretary of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK). He served as the fourth and last chief minister of Madras State from 1967 until 1969, and then as the first chief minister of Tamil Nadu for 20 days before his death in office. He was the first member of a Dravidian party to hold either post.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Kanchipuram wd
Died
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Place of death
Chennai wd
Citizenship
India, British Raj wd
Occupation
politician, screenwriter, writer, playwright, orator, journalist wd
Political party
Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam wd
Education
University of Madras, Pachaiyappa's College wd

Positions held wd

  • Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu (6 March 1967 – 3 February 1969)
  • member of Rajya Sabha (1962–1967)
  • Member of the 3rd Madras Legislative Assembly

Questions

When was C. N. Annadurai born?
C. N. Annadurai was born on 15 September 1909 in Kanchipuram.
What positions has C. N. Annadurai held?
Positions held by C. N. Annadurai include: Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu (1967–1969); member of Rajya Sabha (1962–1967); Member of the 3rd Madras Legislative Assembly.
Where did C. N. Annadurai study?
C. N. Annadurai was educated at University of Madras, Pachaiyappa's College.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): C. N. Annadurai · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q138765 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: CN Annadurai.jpg by India Post, Government of India (GODL-India)

Last updated · facts checked 5 November 2026

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