Nakkirar I
Ancient Tamil Sangam poet and grammarian at the Madurai academy (c. 3rd century CE)
About Nakkirar I
Born 300. Nakkirar I was an Indian poet and grammarian.
Nakkirar I (c. 250 BCE) was a poet of the Sangam period, who composed anthologies including the Neṭunalvāṭai. He also wrote verse 7 of the Tiruvalluva Maalai.
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Ancient Tamil Sangam poet and grammarian at the Madurai academy (c. 3rd century CE)
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Nakkirar I was born in 300 in Madurai.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Nakkirar I. https://biography.guide/nakkirar-i/
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