KarukkkumattaiyanThe Nadars who until the last quarter of the 19th century were known as "Shanas" or "Shanars" were originally based in the two southernmost districts

Nadars have turned out to common estate owners in Palani Hills from early 20th century. They are especially found in southern slopes and cultivate cardamom

According to the trustees, the suit temple is an ancient temple belonging to Sivakasi Hindu Nadars and no outsider of the community can claim the

Seminar on Civil Society Initiatives of Native OriginHeld on 7 March 2003 Venue: Tamukkam Grounds, MaduraiInterrelatedness of Microfinance and Development ThemesBuilding Stronger Community OrganisationsIn the

With the physique of the nadars examined at Nazareth and Sawyerpuram in Tinnevelly, and their skill in physical exercises everyone was very much impressed more

NADARS TEMPLE ENTRY CAMPAIGN: 1700-1939Nadar's right to temple entry was questioned by upper communities who occupied administrative posts in Nanjil Nadu and Marava Nadu. There

Till 1921 a vigorous campaign was undertaken and phamphlets were distributed claiming that community belongs to race of Sun God and they have royal sovereignity