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Tanasekharan a/l Autherapady

b. 1956

Malaysian lawyer

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About Tanasekharan a/l Autherapady

Born 1956. Tanasekharan a/l Autherapady is a Malaysian lawyer and politician.

Tanasekharan s/o Autherapady (Tamil: ஔ. தனசேகரன்) is a Malaysian lawyer and politician. He is the former Democratic Action Party (DAP) assemblyman for Bagan Dalam, Penang for two terms from 2008 to 2018. Tanasekharan was dropped by DAP as a candidate in the 2018 general election.

Tanasekharan is also currently serving as Vice Chairman for Penang Hindu Endowments Board.

Early life Tanasekharan was born in Kuala Kurau, Perak and received his primary school education in Wellesley Primary School Penang and secondary education in Penang Free School. Upon completing secondary education, he continued studying for Law in an External Programme with University of London and completed Law Degree in 1982.

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Important facts

Born
1956, Kuala Kurau
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Lawyer, politician
Nationality
Malaysia
Education
University of London
Also known as
Tanasekharan Autherapady, Tanasekharan A/L Autherapady

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Tanasekharan a/l Autherapady?

Malaysian lawyer

When was Tanasekharan a/l Autherapady born?

Tanasekharan a/l Autherapady was born in 1956 in Kuala Kurau.

What is Tanasekharan a/l Autherapady's occupation?

Tanasekharan a/l Autherapady is a lawyer and politician.

What nationality is Tanasekharan a/l Autherapady?

Tanasekharan a/l Autherapady is Malaysian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Tanasekharan a/l Autherapady

· Wikidata: Q10877382

· DBpedia: Tanasekharan Autherapady

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