T. K. Tukol
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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).[1] 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,[2] Jain Achar (Kannada), Yoga, Meditation and Mysticism in Jainism, translation of Saman Suttam (English) and various publications) are remarkable.[citation needed]
Born5 May 1918
Gudur, Hungund Taluka, Bagalkote district, Karnataka
Died18 August 1983 (aged 65)
CitizenshipIndian 
T. K. Tukol | |
|---|---|
| Judge of Karnataka Highcourt | |
| Justice | |
| Vice Chancellor of Bangalore University | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 5 May 1918 Gudur, Hungund Taluka, Bagalkote district, Karnataka |
| Died | 18 August 1983 (aged 65) |
| Citizenship | Indian |
| Alma mater | Karnatak College, Dharwar and Fergusson College Pune |
| Occupation | Judge, scholar |
| Known for | Sallekhana is not suicide |
| Academic work | |
| Discipline | Judiciary, Education, Religion (Jainism) |
Tukol was born in Gudur village of Hungund Taluka, Bagalkote district. He was a student of Karnatak College Dharwar and Fergusson College, Pune.
