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T. K. Tukol

Indian judge

Died when: 65 years 105 days (783 months)
Star Sign: Taurus

 

T. K. Tukol

Justice T.K.Tukol (5 May 1918 – 18 August 1983) was known for his scholarly work on Jainism, education and judiciary.He was the judge of High court of Mysore.

He headed the Mysore pay commission (1966–68).He also served as the vice-chancellor of the Bangalore University.His contribution to judiciary and books on Jainism (Compendium of Jainism, Sallekhana is not suicide, Jain Achar (Kannada), Yoga, Meditation and Mysticism in Jainism, Translation of Saman Suttam (English) and various publications) are remarkable.

Tukol was born in Gudur village of Hungund Taluka, Bagalkote district.He was a student of Karnatak College Dharwar and Fergusson College, Pune.


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