C. Kesavan
C. Kesavan (23 May 1891 – 7 July 1969) was a politician,freedom fighter,social reformer, statesman and the chief minister of Travancore-Cochin during 1950–1952. He led the Nivarthana agitation in Travancore to gain the democratic authority for the citizens to decide on the legislation and to attain opportunities regardless of caste or social and economical status.
C. Kesavan | |
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Kesavan from a 2018 stamp of India | |
| 2nd Chief Minister of Travancore-Cochin | |
| In office 28 February 1951 – 12 March 1952 | |
| Governor | Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma |
| Preceded by | Paravoor T. K. Narayana Pillai |
| Succeeded by | A. J. John |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 23 May 1891 Mayyanad, Kingdom of Travancore, British India (Now in Kerala, India) |
| Died | 7 July 1969 (aged 78) Mayyanad, Kerala, India |
| Political party | Indian National Congress |
| Spouse | Vasanthi |
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