Tamil Nadu or Tamizhagam? The Governor-DMK squabble was lost in translation

Tamizhagam, according to RN Ravi, is a more appropriate name for the state. However, the proposal is based on a misunderstanding of Tamil history and the complexities of translating the word “Nadu” into English.

Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi’s remark that “Tamizhagam” is a more “appropriate” name for the state than Tamil Nadu has sparked outrage from the ruling DMK, who have questioned his right to suggest a different name for the state and accused him of interfering in state politics unnecessarily. While the BJP has defended Ravi and attacked the DMK, the AIADMK, the
the opposition party has condemned the Governor’s remarks.

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