Nevertheless , Pillai 's standing led to his appointment by the British as the chief of the Indian population , which conferred on him powers to settle disputes within the community .
Pillai also envisioned a Hindu Institute for young boys , but this did not materialize .
Pillai 's standing led to Pillai 's appointment by the British as the chief of the Indian population , which conferred on him powers to settle disputes within the community .
Pillai also envisioned a Hindu Institute for young boys , but this did not materialize .