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BALACHANDRAN
CHULLIKKAD
Born on 30th July 1957.
Balachandran Chullikkad is prominent among young
writers and representative of modern Malayalam
poetry. Balachandran represented Indian poetry
in the international poets meet in the International
Book Fare at Gottenberg, Sweden in1997. He participated
in many national poets meets organized by various
agencies like Central Sahitya Akadamy, New Delhi.
He was offered Sanskrithi National Award for
the best young writer in India in 1990, but
he refused to accept it. He also declared that
he would never accept any awards. He accepted
Buddhism in1999. His important collections of
works (poems) are Pathinettu Kavithakal,
Amavasi, Gazal, Manasandaram,
Dracula, Balachandran Chullikkadinte
kavithakal, Chidambarasmarana). |
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BALAGOPAL.
N
Born on 22 March 1949 at Ambalappuzha.
Father: P.N.Panicker. Mother: Chinnakutty Amma.
Balagopalan is an eminent organiser and an expert
in the field of publications. He was the General
Manager of Prabhath Book House for a long period.
Later he established Vox Pupulai Publications
and started publication of books especially
scientific and educational books. He represented
India in many international book exhibitions
and trade fairs. He won the award for the best
publisher from the President of India. He is
the Director of Kedas and representing Kerala
in the Khadi-Village Industries Board and CAPART. |
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BALAKRISHNA
PILLAI, KESARI
Born on 1889.
Father: Akathoot Damodaran Kartha. Mother: Parvathy
Amma.
Kesari Balakrishna Pillai was a bold journalist
and the pioneer
of an era in Malayalam literature. He introduced
the essence of English and French literature
classics to the Malayalam literature. Through
translations and criticism he brought new idea
among the younger generations. Many literatures
like Thakazhy Shivasankara Pillai were his disciples.
He was a pioneer in this field to many other
writers. He was the editor of Swadeshabhimani’
Journal. Later, he published another journal
‘Probodhaka’. His criticism infuriated the government,
which resulted cancellation of license to his
journal. Then he started another daily, “Kesari”
in 1942, but the Government canceled its license
also, due to his severe criticism against nepotism
and corruption of authorities. Died on 18 December
1960. |
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BALAKRISHNA
PILLAI R.
Born in 1935.
Father:
Raman Pillai.
Mother:
Karthyani Amma.
Sri.R.Balakrishna Pillai is famous for his firmness
in opinion, readiness for service, excellence
in speech and diplomacy in administration. His
outspoken nature gave him many enemies also.
But every time he surpassed his enemies and
voiced his opinions more vehemently without
fear or favour. He is the President
of NSS Pathanapuram Taluk Union. He is the unopposed
leader of Kerala Congress (B). He proved to
be an eminent minister
and administrator. He was elected eight terms
to the Kerala Legislative Assembly and once
to Lok Sabha. He became the Minister of the
Government of Kerala for more than 10 years
and gave leadership to various departments. |
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BALAMANI
AMMA
Born in 1909.
Father: Chittannur Kunhunni Raja. Mother: Nalappat
Kochukutty Amma.
Balamani Amma was an illustrious poetess who
had unflinching image in the minds of people
of Kerala. Following the path of Nalappat
Narayana Menon she took the field of poetic
literature from early ages itself. She
published her collection of poems in more than
10 volumes. Her important works are Koopukai,
Amma, Sopanam.
Died on 29 September 2004 |
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BHASKARAN
NAIR. (Dr.) K.
Born on 25 August 1913.
Dr.K.Bhaskaran Nair was one of the eminent writers
who had a separate vision and style in the field
of science and literature. He upheld moral
values even in science. He was the Principal,
Director of Collegiate Education, Secretary
of Sahithya Academy and Member of Kendra Sahithya
Academy. Important Works: Adhunika sasthram,
Parinamam, Sasthra Purogathy, Sasthra Deepika.
Died on 8 June 1982 |
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BHASKARAN
NAIR N.
Born in 1916.
Father: Neelakanta Pillai. Mother: Parvathy
Amma.
Sri.Bhaskaran Nair was a famous advocate, leader
of the community and political leader.
He was elected as Member of Kerala Legislative
Assembly three times. For a short while he became
the Minister for Finance in the Government of
Kerala and done commendable service.
Died on August 30, 1998 |
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BHASKARAN
PILLAI K.R., MANJERI
Born in June 16, 1938.
He was the President of NSS Manjeri Taluk Union.
He is the founder of Sri.Vivekananda High School
at Edakkara, Malappuram (Dist) and the Manager
of Vivekakanda Educational Complex at Malappuram.
He was the President of N.D.P. (Kidangoor Faction).
He gave energy and vitality to the NSS for a
very long period. He was loved and respected
by all as an efficient organizer, educational
activist and religious preacher. He was awarded
Baristor G.P.Pillai Award for 2003 considering
his contribution towards educational and cultural
fields.
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BHASKARAN
P.
Born on 21 April 1924.
P. Bhaskaran is a renowned lyrist, great poet
and multifarious genius. Through his poetry
Vayalar Garjikkunnu (Vayalar roars),
he depicted the historic revolution of Punnappra-Vayalar
and become a notable writer and blessed poet.
His touching poetic collection is Orkuka
Vallappozhum (Remember Occasionally). P.Bhaskaran
is a freedom fighter also. He participated
in ‘Quit-India’ movement and imprisoned in his
teen ages.
Later, he became follower of communist philosophy
and contributed for its growth through his lyrics
and other literary works. He was the Editor
of Deshabhimani, and Jayakeralam journals. He
was the Secretary, Sangeetha Nataka Academy
and the Chairman, Kerala State Film Development
Corporation. He directed a number of good Malayalam
films. His film “Neelakuyil” won the first medal
(silver) for Malayalam film. He has written
lyrics for more than 100 films.
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BHODESWARAN
Born in 1902.
Father: Kunjan Pillai. Mother: Janaki Amma.
His original name is Kesava Pillai. He adopted
the name “Bodheswaran” at Kasi (varanasi) while
on a pilgrimage. He was a progressive revolutionist
who stood and fought for his principles in the
political and cultural fields for more than
half a century. He led campaign in favour
of Vaikom Sathyagraha. His Keralagana
is famous even today.
He died in 1990.
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