V.O.Chidambaranar
PART-A Unit-III: History, Culture of India, and Indian National Movement
V.O. Chidambaram Pillai (V.O.C.) – PYQ Points
Association with Tilak & Extremist Politics
- V.O. Chidambaranar was a disciple of Bal Gangadhar Tilak.
- Extremist nationalists were at the forefront in the Madras Presidency under his leadership.
- After the 1907 Congress split, V.O. Chidambaranar became the Secretary of the new Nationalist Party in the Madras Presidency.
- He attended the Surat Session and supported Tilak’s extremist political ideology.
Integrity & Personal Qualities
- V.O. Chidambaranar was known for his honesty.
- He never appeared in court for any wrongful or fraudulent case.
Swadeshi Steam Navigation Company – Establishment
- V.O. Chidambaram Pillai founded the Swadeshi Steam Navigation Company in 1906.
- Year of establishment of the Swadeshi Shipping Company – 1906.
- Date of registration of the Swadeshi Steam Navigation Company – 16 October 1906.
- Initial total capital investment – Rs. 10 lakhs.
Objectives of the Company
- To oppose the British monopoly in Indian coastal trade.
- To challenge British monopoly in maritime transport.
- To revive the traditional shipbuilding heritage of Tamils.
- To provide practical training in shipbuilding to the
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