Description: (Sri Lankan Politician Who Played an Important Role in the Sri Lankan Independence Movement)
Dr. C. W. W. Kannangara was a prominent Sri Lankan lawyer and politician who played a crucial role in the country's independence movement. As the Minister of Education, he introduced extensive reforms to the education system, including the Central Colleges scheme that provided quality secondary education to underprivileged students. His efforts led to the implementation of free education in Sri Lanka, earning him the title of the Father of Free Education. Kannangara's legal expertise and political leadership were instrumental in shaping the educational landscape of the country.