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Pattom A. Thanu Pillai

Indian politician (1885-1970)

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Pattom A. Thanu Pillai was an Indian politician and independence activist who served as the 2nd Chief Minister of Kerala from 1960 to 1962. He also served as the Governor of Punjab and Andhra Pradesh. He was considered a central figure in Kerala politics.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Thiruvananthapuram wd
Died
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Place of death
Thiruvananthapuram wd
Citizenship
India, British Raj wd
Occupation
politician, freedom fighter wd
Political party
Indian National Congress wd
Education
University College Thiruvananthapuram wd

Positions held wd

  • governor of Andhra Pradesh (4 May 1964 – 11 April 1968)
  • Governor of Punjab (1 October 1962 – 4 May 1964)
  • Chief Minister of Kerala (22 February 1960 – 26 September 1962)
  • Member of the 2nd Kerala Legislative Assembly (22 February 1960 – 25 September 1962)
  • Member of the 1st Kerala Legislative Assembly (16 March 1957 – 31 July 1959)
  • Member of the Constituent Assembly of India (6 July 1946 – 24 January 1950)

Questions

When was Pattom A. Thanu Pillai born?
Pattom A. Thanu Pillai was born on 15 July 1885 in Thiruvananthapuram.
What positions has Pattom A. Thanu Pillai held?
Positions held by Pattom A. Thanu Pillai include: governor of Andhra Pradesh (1964–1968); Governor of Punjab (1962–1964); Chief Minister of Kerala (1960–1962); Member of the 2nd Kerala Legislative Assembly (1960–1962); Member of the 1st Kerala Legislative Assembly (1957–1959).
Where did Pattom A. Thanu Pillai study?
Pattom A. Thanu Pillai was educated at University College Thiruvananthapuram.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Pattom A. Thanu Pillai · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q3595542 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Pattom A. Thanu Pillai.jpg by Telengana Raj Bhavan, Government of India (GODL-India)

Last updated · facts checked 6 November 2026

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