Abstract

The Manimegalai epic covers various social politics. The politics of the hour are seen in a different light than the politics of the time. During this period various religions and new rulers entered Tamil Nadu and created a chaotic politics. The epic features the politics, morals, monasticism, and Buddhist influence of the rulers. The influence of Vedic religion in the Milky Way, the impact of Buddhism in the Cauvery Basin and the impact of Jainism in the Madurai region shaped the social life of the people. Poompuhar was a city of historical significance in ancient times. Morality was held in that city. The king and the people lived equally without distinction. The king lived for the people. The news about the two kings, Karikarsolan and Manunithi Cholan, is indelibly etched in the minds of the people. Poompuhar has been a city of historical significance since ancient times. The city of Poompuhar is known to have been the first place of influence for Buddhism. Sittalaichattanar mentions such a special city in the first ear. They record that the city was ruled by a moral ruler and that the king and his people lived equally without distinction. It is said that people from different sections have come together for the Indira festival to be held in Poompuhar city.

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