M. P. Sankunni Nair

M. P. Sankunni Nair

Great Sanskrit Scholar. M. P. Sankunni Nair (1917-2006) was born in Palakkad District, Kerala. Recipient of Kerala Sahitya Academy's and Kendra Sahithya Academy's awards. His works such as `Natyamandapam' and `Chatravum Chamaravum' reflect his deep knowledge of dramaturgy and the Natyasastra.

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*http://www.dcbooks.com/Kendra.htm
*http://www.hindu.com/2006/11/11/stories/2006111107380300.htm


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