Tamil Nadu: The Classical Dravidian

Tamil Nadu is the custodian of one of the world’s oldest classical languages and the **Dravidian cultural identity**. Its history is defined by the great **Chola, Chera, and Pandya** dynasties who built massive temples and controlled Indian Ocean trade. Modern Tamil Nadu is a leader in social justice politics, industrialization, and preserving classical arts like Bharatanatyam. * **Key Themes:** Sangam literature, Chola maritime empire, and the Dravidian movement.