About Suryanath U. Kamath
Lived 1937 – 2015 (aged 78). Suryanath U. Kamath was an Indian historian and writer, known for History of Karnataka and Karnataka State Gazetteer.
Suryanath Upendra Kamath (26 April 1937 – 21 October 2015) was an Indian historian who served as the Chief Editor of the Karnataka State Gazetteer from 1981 to 1995.
Early life
Kamath was born in a Konkani-speaking family on 26 April 1937. After studying history and economics at Dharwad University, Kamath joined the Bangalore University as a lecturer and reader in history in 1968.
During his graduation in Dharwad University, Kamath came under the influence of historian B. A. Saletore who had written a comprehensive two-volume book on social and political life in the Vijayanagar Empire.
Career
Kamath served as lecturer and reader in history at the Bangalore University from 1968 to 1981.
Methodology
Kamath's methodology was Indian nationalist. He has authored many books on the Indian independence movement. He denied the existence of an Aryan race and considered the Indus Valley civilization to be simply an urban version of Vedic civilization.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Suryanath U. Kamath?
British Indian historian (1937-2015)
When was Suryanath U. Kamath born?
Suryanath U. Kamath was born on 26 April 1937 in presidencies and provinces in British India.
When did Suryanath U. Kamath die?
Suryanath U. Kamath died on 21 October 2015.
What was Suryanath U. Kamath's occupation?
Suryanath U. Kamath was a historian and writer.
What was Suryanath U. Kamath known for?
Suryanath U. Kamath was known for History of Karnataka and Karnataka State Gazetteer.
What nationality was Suryanath U. Kamath?
Suryanath U. Kamath was Indian.
Sources & further reading
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