Maruthu Pandiyar

Periya Marudhu and Chinna Marudhu sculptures inside of Kalaiyar Kovil, Sivagangai District.
Maruthu Pandiyar
Born
Mukkulam, Tamil Nadu

The Marudhu Pandiyars (Periya Marudhu and Chinna Marudhu) were de facto rulers of Sivagangai, Tamil Nadu, India, towards the end of the 18th century. They were known for fighting against the East India Company. They were finally executed by the EIC after being captured by them .

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