PM Modi gifting the Thirukkural to Putin matters

The Thirukkural is one of the most important works of classical Tamil literature. Written by the Tamil poet and philosopher Thiruvalluvar, more than 2000 year old text book contains 1,330 couplets.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifting the Thirukkural to Russian President Vladimir Putin is more than just the exchange of a traditional gift.

The Thirukkural is one of the most important works of classical Tamil literature. Written by the Tamil poet and philosopher Thiruvalluvar, more than 2000 year old text book contains 1,330 couplets.

These short verses talk about many aspects of life — how to be a good person, how leaders should govern, how to treat others, the importance of justice and friendship, and even love and relationships.

That is what makes the Thirukkural special. It comes from Tamil culture, but many of its ideas are relevant to........

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