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Thulir is an Indian monthly children's science magazine published in Tamil by the Tamil Nadu Science Forum without a break since 1987. [1] [2] Its purpose is to bring science to school children, especially in rural areas. [2] The headquarters of the monthly is in Chennai. [2] Thulir is sustained by the support of children and teachers.

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References

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  2. 1 2 3 M. T. Saju (29 November 2012). "25 years on, children's magazine going strong". The Times of India. Chennai. Archived from the original on 28 September 2016. Retrieved 29 July 2016.