DMK urges Centre to hand over Anaimangalam copper plates to Tamil Nadu
The DMK is advocating for the return of the Anaimangalam copper plates to Tamil Nadu, emphasizing their historical significance. Senior leader Thangam Thennarasu urged the Union government to facilitate their repatriation, highlighting the state's connection to these artefacts. He called for the preservation and public display of the plates to honor Tamil heritage.
- ▪The Anaimangalam copper plates are currently held by Leiden University in the Netherlands since 1862.
- ▪Thangam Thennarasu emphasized the importance of these artefacts to Tamil history and culture.
- ▪The DMK government has been actively pursuing the return of these plates and has received assurances from the Union government.
Opening excerpt (first ~120 words) tap to expand
Senior DMK leader and former Minister for Archaeology Thangam Thennarasu has made a strong case for bringing the Anaimangalam copper plates to Tamil Nadu, saying the State was the true home of the historically significant artefacts.“The Union government should ensure that these copper plates are brought to Tamil Nadu and handed over to the State government. The Government of Tamil Nadu too must, without delay, undertake appropriate efforts in this regard and ensure that they are brought back to their motherland,” he said.
…
Excerpt limited to ~120 words for fair-use compliance. The full article is at The Hindu — Top.
Discussion
0 commentsMore from The Hindu — Top
