Thyagasilar Kakkan: An Architect of Transformative Education

Abstract

This article closely examines Kakkan’s contribution to educating society, shaping lives and building a better future; Kakkan improved the quality of life of the people of Tamil Nadu by providing access to knowledge and skills. He helped individuals to rise above poverty, secure better jobs, and make informed decisions. This has resulted in transforming countless lives. Educationalists like Sarveypalli Radhakrishnan and social activists like Nelson Mandela have championed education as a tool for societal upliftment, emphasizing its importance as a universal right. Kakkan's contribution to educating society comes in diverse forms, like giving formal education accessible to everyone, especially marginalised communities. He also introduced vocational training programmes to make learning more inclusive and practical. Kakkan’s stood for eradicating inequality and promoting social justice.