Reviving Forgotten Heroes: Governor R N Ravi Criticizes Syllabus

Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi criticized state university syllabuses for glorifying the British while ignoring great freedom fighters like Kattabomman and the Marudhu brothers. He emphasized the need to document the national freedom movement correctly. His remarks followed the release of a book, 'The Battles of Panchalankurichi.'

In a scathing critique, Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi highlighted the inadequacies in the state universities' syllabuses, which he claimed were biased towards glorifying British rule while omitting significant local heroes like Kattabomman and the Marudhu brothers.

Ravi voiced his concerns at an event marking the release of the book 'The Battles of Panchalankurichi,' asserting that the ongoing omission was a deliberate attempt to erase the contributions of freedom fighters from collective memory.

He criticized the portrayal of history in academic courses, urging a reevaluation that includes forgotten heroes to ensure a comprehensive understanding of India's struggle for independence.

(With inputs from agencies.)