C. Sittampalam

Sri Lankan lawyer and politician

C. Sittampalam - Sri Lankan lawyer and politician
Born

September 13th, 1898
126 years ago

Died

1964
61 years ago — 66 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Sri Lanka

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Served as a prominent lawyer and politician in Sri Lanka. Participated in the political landscape during a significant period in the country’s history. Contributed to legal reforms and representation in governmental matters. Actively engaged in advocating for the rights of various communities.

Held positions in legislative governance

Participated in constitutional discussions

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